Lauren Shannon

Lauren is a partner and GM of Arigato Japan Travel, a culinary tourism company in Japan. She has a background in restaurants and hospitality and founded the Tokyo Writer’s Salon. She is contributing to various international blogs and websites. This Pennsylvania native and 23-year resident of Tokyo is a fan of great food, drinks, Japanese stationery, travel, film, and art. She loves helping creators share their stories with the world.

Articles By Lauren

Sunny Maid Services

A Clean Home And Peace Of Mind

Sunny Maid Service, A Tailored Housekeeping Service

August 25, 2020 | Lifestyle, Sponsored Post

OkinawanPalomaLeadSavvySips1 Japanese Cocktail

An Okinawan Take On The Classic Paloma

Savvy Sips: Kinbato, A Japanese Paloma Cocktail

July 10, 2020 | #StayAtHome, Recipes

Savvy Sips- Ginger-Genmai Gin and Tonic Japanese Gin Tonic

Spice Up Your #StayHome With A Japanese Gin And Tonic

Savvy Sips: Ginger-Genmai Gin and Tonic

June 12, 2020 | Food & Drink

Los Tacos Azules Get Your Taco Survival Kit In Tokyo: A Discussion with Chef Marco

The Self-Isolation Cure We Have All Been Hoping For!

Get Your Taco Survival Kit In Japan: A Discussion with Chef Marco

May 26, 2020 | #StayAtHome, Careers, Food & Drink

Bid Goodbye To Sakura With This Stylish Home-Made Cocktail

Savvy Sips: Sakura Sayonara

April 3, 2020 | Food & Drink

From BBQ to Bottle Shops: New Dining Destinations For Savvy Saveurs

5 Recommended Nakameguro Foodie Spots

March 13, 2017 | Food & Drink

Women Are Stronger Together

4 Inspiring Women’s Network Groups & Resources In Japan

February 20, 2017 | Lifestyle, Networking

Discover Japan's Most Famous Ukiyoe Artist At This Stunning New Venue

4 Reasons to Visit The Hokusai Museum In Tokyo

January 20, 2017 | Art & Culture

Mexican fast food fiesta in Roppongi

Guzman y Gomez

December 27, 2016 | Food & Drink, Sponsored Post

There's no taste like ham for the holidays

Have a Honey Baked Christmas

December 13, 2016 | Food & Drink, Sponsored Post

San Francisco Peaks, Harajuku

I love small, independent, backstreet joints, so I was happy to stumble upon this one right in Harajuku. One of the really special talents in...

April 29, 2016 | Food & Drink