Take Things Slow in Oji: An Area Guide Split down the middle by shinkansen tracks, Oji has two distinct flavors – one side…
Make a Date With Ueno: An Area Guide Don’t let the freezing February weather put you off – aside from its outdoor attractions,…
Roppongi Reinvented: An Area Guide Tokyo’s notorious nightlife district, once synonymous with drunk GIs and expat excess, still offers plenty…
Dog-friendly Cafés: Wine and Dine Your Furry Best Friend at Yoyogi Park In Japan, pampering your furry companions can range from fancy pet salons and pet hotels,…
Discover the Soul of Marunouchi: An Area Guide Crane your necks upwards and wander through the glass, concrete and steel heart of Tokyo’s…
Experience the Sweet Life in Jiyugaoka: An Area Guide This quaint neighborhood in southwest Meguro known as Little Europe is steeped in history, culture…
Feel the Sumo Spirit in Ryogoku: An Area Guide Sumo is the main draw of this Tokyo neighborhood, but there are plenty of other…
Discover the Hidden Side of Harajuku: An Area Guide A tourist hotspot known for its unique contribution to the world of fashion, Harajuku’s famous narrow…
Relive the Bubble Era in Shimbashi: An Area Guide While construction redevelopments are feverishly underway in preparation for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, there are…
Explore the Backstreets of Shibuya: An Area Guide Follow us through the backstreets of Shibuya, as we explore the lesser-known music, coffee and…
Go Local in Nakano: An Area Guide Surrounded by sleepy “bedroom” towns, Nakano has quiet backstreets and a small “downtown” area around…
Taste Tradition in Akasaka: An Area Guide Amidst the urban chaos of Tokyo lie pockets of culture and tradition, one such enclave…
Hop Aboard the Setagaya Tram: A Local’s Guide to the Sights and Highlights It’s a warm, spring day as the Setagaya Line snakes its way through the quiet,…
What to Do in Akihabara: Get Electric in this Electronic Mecca Affectionately known as Akiba, this mecca of electronics and otaku culture has plenty to offer…
Take a Cultural Turn in Shirokane: An Area Guide Long associated with affluence and the wealthy, fashion-conscious “Shiroganese” (a reference to the “Milanese” of…
