The Ultimate Guide To Tokyo
The impression that Tokyo is a pricey town to live in is an old trope, but unfortunately it isn’t far off from the …
The cheapest clothes in Tokyo tend to come from second-hand shops, but used clothing isn’t for everyone. I’ve met …
Be sure to see our comprehensive list of Tokyo Drop in coworking spaces Being a businessman or woman in no way …
This is how every week/weekend should be – four days on, four days off, four days on. Sadly this kind of work …
100 Seria is a 100 yen shop that seems to be the epitome of every DIY enthusiast or Japanese school girl’s dreams: a …
To celebrate the launch of lots of expensive new shops at Tokyo Midtown and the ‘opening’ of the grass …
Download Podcast This week we catch up with Ben Yu, an intrepid cheapo who recently came to Tokyo on holiday and …
One of the most common questions I hear in Japan is “What’s your hobby?” I don’t have a hobby. I’m an undergraduate …
Cona (previously Voco) Pizza is yet another pizzeria in Tokyo targeting the 500yen price point. While the pizza is …
While traditional horseback archery is rather a rare sight in these modern times, this weekend you will have the choice …
If you’re a freelancer, a location independent entrepreneur or you just need a space where you can concentrate …
Uniqlo is my go-to store for affordable, chic clothes, mostly because it’s one of the only clothing stores in …
The Ozeki Supermarket branch in Shimokitazawa is not huge, but unlike the Peacock Supermarket on the other side of the …
Flower festivals are more or less continuous in Japan, so as soon as Hanami ends, another one comes along to take its …
One of the surprises when I first arrived in Tokyo was discovering the alternative universe of snacks, chocolate and …
Download Podcast This week wandering the streets checking out the shops, restaurants and cafes of Shimokitazawa Greg …
If you’ve ever mistaken the Japanese terms for cherry blossom viewing (hanami) with fireworks (hanabi) then …
Wonder of wonders, I have never sauntered into Freshness Burger until this month. I was surprised by the choices …
Japanese food is delicious, don’t get me wrong, but as an American living in Tokyo, I occasionally get these cravings …
Please note: This was an April Fool’s Post, Don’t look for the sushi vending machine! Japan is deservedly …
Right now, the Tokyo Spring Festival – a collection of opera and classical music concerts – is on at venues …
Tokyo is arguably one of the best cities in the world in as far as public transport goes. Trains reign supreme, both …
Yoshi Soba is a standing soba noodle bar which also sometimes has seats. While they’re not as ubiquitous as some …
Download Podcast Crouched together Al Fresco style, clutching a can of lager and a carton of pretentious Sweedish …