Chanyn Kirtman
Chanyn is a mama of two and a Tokyo resident for the past five years. She's a self proclaimed fashion enthusiast and strives to keep Savvy readers informed on all the new shops and fashion events taking place in Tokyo. She loves traveling, cooking and living room dance parties with her kids.
Articles By Chanyn
The Work of Issey Miyake at NACT, Roppongi
The National Art Center, Tokyo is now showing a comprehensive design exhibit on the works of Issey Miyake. Ten years in the making, the long-awaited...
April 22, 2016 | Fashion
Get in the Tokyo Fashion Week Spirit
Tokyo fashion week starts Monday, meaning the city is gearing up for a week of creative affairs. While the runway shows and after parties are...
March 12, 2016 | Fashion
Brighten Up Your Cold-Weather Duds
Ah, the awkward part of the season, when it’s still too cold to sport springtime flair, but the thrill of impending warmth has us mentally...
March 4, 2016 | Fashion
Five Top Vintage Clothing Shops in Omotesando and Harajuku
People often associate Tokyo with the priciest shopping in the world, and depending on your taste, that can be a fair assessment. However, if you...
February 26, 2016 | Fashion
Takashi Murakami’s 500 Arhats at Mori Art Museum
The Mori Art Museum (MAM) is known to host works by some of the world’s most noteworthy artists, and the current exhibition is nothing less...
December 16, 2015 | Art & Culture
Dress to Shine this Holiday Season
Tis the season for bonenkais, holiday parties and decking yourself out in the most festive of fashion. Let us take the guessing game out of...
December 11, 2015 | Fashion
CPCM: Japan’s Craft and Culture Shop
A new hot spot has opened its doors in Jingumae. CPCM, or Crafts and Permaculture Country Mall, is a concept store filled with curated artisan...
December 4, 2015 | Fashion
Machine Washable Cashmere at Kit and Ace Pop-Up Shop
Yep, you read that right. Machine. Washable. Cashmere. Not only is it easy to care for, but Kit and Ace's signature "technical cashmere" is lightweight,...
November 27, 2015 | Fashion
KSpace Parent and Child Classes
If you’ve spent time researching international preschools, it is likely that you have come across KSpace at some point. Located on a quiet street in...
November 2, 2015 | Families
Dressing for Fall 2015’s Biggest Trends
Fall fashion is pretty straightforward. A little bit of denim, knitwear, boots, some variation of an overcoat, and boom, you are a walking pumpkin spice...
October 30, 2015 | Fashion
Join in the Tokyo Fashion Week Fun
Fashion season is upon us! Starting October 12 and running through the 17th, over 40 designers will be presenting runway shows, exhibitions and installations for...
October 2, 2015 | Fashion