From romance to sci-fi to Tokyo-based travel, there’s a good read to dive into for everyone this summer

6 Japanese Books to Enjoy This Summer

By Jessica Esa
June 18, 2019 | Art & Culture, Book Corner

How this Manchester lass went from teaching to Texas to translation

Being a Translator in Japan: An Interview with Louise Heal Kawai

By Jessica Esa
June 7, 2019 | Art & Culture, Careers, Savvy Spotlight

This could be the best art and culture deal we've seen in Tokyo so far!

Tour Tokyo’s Top Museums, Galleries, And Other Cultural Facilities With Grutto Pass 2019

By Mai Shoji
June 6, 2019 | Art & Culture

Once it was born, it will be flushed away and gone — this July!

A Day At Yokohama’s Unko Museum With The Kids

By Emily Clemenson
May 29, 2019 | Art & Culture, Lifestyle, Trending Now

The Koinobori, The Armor & The Food Explained

Kodomo No Hi: A Guide To Children’s Day In Japan

By Ai Faithy Perez
May 3, 2019 | Art & Culture, Japanese Culture

Meet the modern queens of Japanese literature

9 Japanese Female Authors You Should Add To Your Reading List

By Suzanne Bhagan
March 26, 2019 | Art & Culture

This new release takes us on a journey of the backside of Japan's prosperity

Yu Miri’s ‘Tokyo Ueno Station’ Gives Voice to the Invisible Working Class

By Jessica Esa
March 15, 2019 | Art & Culture, Book Corner

Praying For Girls' Health And Happiness

Hinamatsuri: Japan’s Girls’ Day Celebration

By Ai Faithy Perez
March 3, 2019 | Art & Culture, Japanese Culture, Lifestyle

An invitation to purify the mind through incense

Kodo: The Japanese Art of Incense Appreciation

By Sonia Jackson Henrich
February 28, 2019 | Art & Culture, Japanese Culture, Lifestyle

A Must-See Guide for Lovers of Art and Culture

10 Of The Best Exhibitions To See In Tokyo In 2019

By Jessica Esa
February 4, 2019 | Art & Culture, Upcoming Events

The Many Faces Of The Japanese Household

These 10 Films Mirror The Complicated Lives Of Japan’s Contemporary Families

By Suzanne Bhagan
January 31, 2019 | Art & Culture

What makes their work stand out?

Face To Face With 5 Of Japan’s Most Innovative Architectural Designers

By Sonia Jackson Henrich
January 16, 2019 | Art & Culture

Coming Of Age Day

Seijin No Hi: Celebrating Japanese Youth’s Rite of Passage

By The Savvy Team
January 14, 2019 | Art & Culture, Japanese Culture, Lifestyle

These books will change your perspective and boost your optimism

5 Japanese Books To Read Before You Start Anything New This Year

By Jessica Esa
January 9, 2019 | Art & Culture, Book Corner

Something for Christmas, Something for New Year's

5 Japanese Movies And Dramas To Watch Over The Holidays

By Jessica Esa
December 17, 2018 | Art & Culture, Lifestyle