Japanese New Year’s Postcards
If you have been watching Japanese TV or have been to a post office in the last week you will notice a lot of advertisements...
By Mia Moranza
December 11, 2014 |
Families, Lifestyle
Azabu Plaza: A New Free Play Space in Minato-ku
Two months ago Minato-ku opened it’s doors to a newly built childcare facility, free to the public and open 7 days a week. The three...
By Amanda Andrews
November 21, 2014 |
Families
Smoothie Stands for Moms on the Run
When you are out exploring Tokyo with a little one it can be tough to find time to eat lunch and even harder to find...
By Joanna Pearce
November 19, 2014 |
Families, Food & Drink
A Fairy-Tale Adventure in Chiba
Looking for something new to excite your kids over the weekend? Take them on an adventure to the Hans Christian Andersen Park in Funabashi. Step...
By Amanda Andrews
November 6, 2014 |
Families
Colorful Gifts and Clothes at Sou Sou, Aoyama
If you are looking for unusual Japanese gifts with a modern twist then you will love the Sou Sou boutique. Sou Sou (which means “yes,...
By Joanna Pearce
October 9, 2014 |
Families, Fashion, Lifestyle
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Other Kansai Magic
At 24, I finally received my acceptance letter to the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. It only cost me ¥6,980 and instead of arriving...
By Leilani R. Gobaleza
September 18, 2014 |
Families
Thomas Land at Fuji-Q Highland
For those with a child aged five or under in their family, Thomas Land at Fuji-Q Highland theme park is nothing short of heaven. Nestled...
By Cheryl White
September 8, 2014 |
Families
Five Baby-Friendly Tokyo Cafes
If you are tired of frequenting the big coffee shop chains with your baby and are looking for somewhere new to quench your thirst and...
By Joanna Pearce
July 24, 2014 |
Families, Food & Drink
Kodomo no Kuni, Yokohama
Are you looking for a fun family day out? We heard about Kodomo no Kuni, or Children's Land, from friends, and the map on the...
By Alicia Hewat
July 2, 2014 |
Families
How to be a Yummy Mummy in Omotesando
We’ve all seen those yummy mummies that seem to stroll effortlessly down the tree-lined streets of Omotesando—one of Tokyo’s most glamourous locations. With their state-of-the-art...
By Joanna Pearce
June 26, 2014 |
Families