While Shibuya is often seen as one of Tokyo’s liveliest districts, for those in search of something a little quieter, the surrounding neighborhoods are often packed with a similar level of character,…

When Capcom video game designer Tokuro Fujiwara approached his colleague Shinji Mikami in the early 1990s with the idea for a new game, neither of them knew they were laying the groundwork…

Luxury hotels always set out to provide a certain standard for their clientele. Spacious accommodation, fine dining and the opportunity for relaxation are often found within the walls of these establishments. But…

Since the dawn of gaming, the ability to play your favorite titles on the go has been a desirable option for both gamers and developers alike. While it’s an area of the…

A fast-paced, crowd-pleasing style of racing that hinges on the continued loss of rear-wheel traction, drift racing has risen in popularity across the globe in recent decades, spurred on by the Japanese manga…

In the world of motorsport, few names ring with history like Shizuoka Prefecture’s Fuji Speedway. Established during the 1960s, the circuit has played host to a number of Japan’s most famous racing…

As the heat and humidity soars in Tokyo, the thought of traveling can quickly go from ideal to an ordeal. The proposition of dragging luggage on Shinkansen or long cross-country drives is…

As a foreigner living in Tokyo, the cultural differences offered by Japan in regard to its food, fashion and general atmosphere mean there is almost always something new to experience and explore…