KAWAII♥️ Shopping in Akihabara, Tokyo’s Subculture Town!
Akihabara is home to numerous Japanese “kawaii” (= cute) products. In this feature, I, Marei (editor-in-chief), will introduce some of our recommended Akihabara “kawaii” stores, including unique leather goods, the latest anime figures as well as retro monster movie figures, … Read more
Experience a “360° Tokyo Panorama” on a Double-Decker Open Bus!
I often spot bright red open-air double-decker buses cruising the streets of Tokyo. I had always been curious about these buses, and finally, I went on a bus trip with my friend! Let us introduce you to this new style … Read more
Join the Largest Bon Odori Dance Festival in Tokyo at Hibiya Park!
Bon Odori – or “Bon dance” – plays a significant role during Japanese summer festivals. The long-awaited “Hibiya Park Marunouchi Ondo Grand Bon Odori Dance Festival,” one of the biggest Bon dance events in Tokyo, will be held on August … Read more
Summer Gourmet Walk (Marunouchi & Yurakucho)
In this article, we introduce the hottest gourmet spots in Marunouchi & Yurakucho, two of Tokyo’s most urban areas. The Marunouchi area in front of Tokyo Station has long been developed as an office district, but recently it has also … Read more
Beat the Heat with Delicious Beer and Gourmet Food! “Ginza Sky Beer Terrace”
It’s been scorching hot every day in Tokyo. How is everyone coping? During such sweltering days, there’s nothing better than heading to a beer garden with friends and family to beat the heat! In this article, we introduce the “Ginza … Read more
Healthy and Delicious! Enjoy Multigrain Rice Balls for a Simple Lunch!
Onigiri (rice balls) have become a go-to option for a quick and satisfying lunch, attracting not only Japanese businesspeople but also tourists. While you can easily find onigiri everywhere, have you ever experienced the delights of a specialty shop? I, … Read more
2000 floating lights! “Imperial Palace Chidori-ga-fuchi Floating Lantern Festival”, July 26th/27th
Mark your calendars for July 26th (Wed) and 27th (Thu), because the moat surrounding the Imperial Palace will come alive with 2000 flickering lanterns! In spring, Chidori-ga-fuchi is a famous cherry blossom viewing spot. But during this summer event, the … Read more
Grab Your Film Camera and Take a Stroll Around Tokyo! (Jimbocho Walk)
It’s fun to capture the scenery of your destination using the latest single-lens reflex camera or smartphone. However, if you want to make your trip to Tokyo truly memorable, try shooting the unique city with film to capture its distinct … Read more
Discover the Marvels of Gaudí and the Sagrada Família at the National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo!
The Sagrada Família in Barcelona might be the most famous of Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí’s works. At the National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo (MOMAT), more than 100 drawings, photographs, and models are on display, allowing visitors to delve into … Read more