Tokyo Daijingu is a peaceful shrine with beautiful architecture just a short walk from Iidabashi Station. You might be surprised when entering the precinct: 90% of visitors are women! Why? Well, let me explain the reason. You don’t need to … Read more
Jimbocho is mostly known as Tokyo’s bookstore district. But what is the perfect match for indulging in your latest favorite tome? Cafes! And Jimbocho has many of them. You can find numerous small and relaxing cafes in the nooks and … Read more
Do you enjoy going for a run? If so, why don’t you try out the “Imperial Palace Run” as a memory of your trip to Japan? This running course is the most popular one in Tokyo because there are no … Read more
Have you ever visited a “cat cafe”? Lately, cat cafes have become very popular in Japan. So, what is the “fuzz” about? “Cat Cafe MOCHA Akihabara” is a cozy log house style cat cafe with many types of cats. When … Read more
Hatsumode, the first shrine or temple visit of the New Year, is a special tradition in Japan. The precincts of shrines and temples are normally filled with crowds creating a special atmosphere. However, this year is different. The whole world … Read more
Sukiyaki is a Japanese specialty. It usually consists of beef which is slowly cooked in a sweet sauce, but at the restaurant “Botan” in Kanda, sukiyaki is made using chicken. Opened in 1897, the restaurant specializes in tori (chicken) sukiyaki. … Read more
The area around Kanda Station is a very popular neighborhood where you can find countless unique restaurants and bars. If you’re going out for some drinks in Tokyo, we recommend the bar district in Kanda, where you get to the chance … Read more
The Imperial Hotel, Tokyo will celebrate its 130th anniversary in November 2020. The old main building was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, but it unfortunately had to be demolished in 1967 due to deterioration. It is still known, however, for … Read more
Nothing is as wonderful as having a lunch picnic at the park on a warm, sunny day. This time, I bought a lunch box at a very popular avocado restaurant in Jimbocho and had a picnic at Kitanomaru Garden. Enjoy … Read more