It is almost impossible to get bored in Tokyo as there are so many things to do and places to see. Here are some of my suggestions to really nice …
It is almost impossible to get bored in Tokyo as there are so many things to do and places to see. Here are some of my suggestions to really nice …
Tokyo is one of the most expensive cities in the world, and a night at a nice, centrally located hotel can easily cost a small fortune. The city is huge, …
Purikura are the super-cute photo booths you’ll find in most gaming arcades throughout Tokyo. They come with advanced, beauty-enhancing functions, which will twist your facial features to fit the Japanese …
After I got back from Hamamatsu, I stopped at Tokyo station to have dinner at Ramen Street, which is located on the basement floor in the retail complex 1st Avenue.
Yesterday we went to see the fireworks at the annual Sumidagawa Hanabi Taikai (Sumidagawa Fireworks Festival). The fireworks festival is held on the last Saturday in July, and the center …
One of the days, I was meeting Rieko for afternoon tea at TwentyEight at Conrad. Everything is cute in Japan and afternoon tea at Conrad is no exception. Scones, macarons, …
It is almost impossible to get bored in Tokyo as there are so many things to do and places to see. Here are some of my suggestions to really nice …
Tokyo is one of the most expensive cities in the world, and a night at a nice, centrally located hotel can easily cost a small fortune. The city is huge, …
Purikura are the super-cute photo booths you’ll find in most gaming arcades throughout Tokyo. They come with advanced, beauty-enhancing functions, which will twist your facial features to fit the Japanese …
After I got back from Hamamatsu, I stopped at Tokyo station to have dinner at Ramen Street, which is located on the basement floor in the retail complex 1st Avenue.
Yesterday we went to see the fireworks at the annual Sumidagawa Hanabi Taikai (Sumidagawa Fireworks Festival). The fireworks festival is held on the last Saturday in July, and the center …
One of the days, I was meeting Rieko for afternoon tea at TwentyEight at Conrad. Everything is cute in Japan and afternoon tea at Conrad is no exception. Scones, macarons, …
The Japanese cuisine is diverse, and some of the stuff requires more than just ordinary curiosity to explore. How about the deadly poisonous fish fugu? Or natto, which is fermented soybeans, …
You have some of the best views of the wild and crazy Shibuya Crossing from the 2nd floor at Starbucks, but to my great surprise, you’re not allowed to take …
Tokyo is a city where tradition and technology blend seamlessly, and the same goes for its hotel scene. Whether you're looking for a luxury stay with skyline views, a sleek capsule hotel, or a traditional ryokan with Japanese hospitality, Tokyo has it all. From the buzzing neighborhoods of Shibuya and Shinjuku to the quieter charm of Asakusa, there’s a wide range of options to suit every budget and travel style.
Last time I was in Tokyo, I stayed at Akiba Bay Hotel, which is a new capsule hotel, just a short walk from Akihabara Station. You are not allowed to …
The Japanese ume-fruit is a kind of plum or apricot that is pickled with sea salt and eaten as a sour, salty snack, umeboshi. The first time I tried umeboshi …
Before the famous fish market in Tsukiji (the inner fish market) relocated to Toyosu in 2018, it was one of my favorite places in Tokyo. The market was a foodie’s …
After my onsen visit, I went for a stroll in some of the Odaiba shopping malls. I always end up at Decks, when I’m in that area. Not so much because …
I love spicy miso ramen, and Kikanbo in Kanda serves some of the best. The Kikanbo ramen restaurant has recently moved from the location on the corner to a place, …
Social distance does not have to turn into mental distance, so these days I make an extra effort to reach out to the people I care about. I just talked …