Getting Your Head Around Fascinating Delhi
Coined the city of djinns by writer William Dalrymple, Delhi can easily overwhelm any traveler, from the first timer to the seasoned visitor. However like...
By Suzanne Bhagan
December 10, 2015 |
Adventures, Lifestyle
Gallery Seizan: Approachable Art in Ginza
Are you still looking for a Christmas gift for a very special person? Something with a Japanese touch? Then head to the Ginza district, but...
By Katharina von Tschurtschenthaler
December 9, 2015 |
Art & Culture
The Savvy 2015 Holiday Gift Guide
It’s box-ticking time—aunt Mary, check! Colleagues, check! Best friend’s brother’s cousin’s partner...geez—it all gets complicated pretty quickly. To help you find your way, here are...
By Juliette Olah
December 9, 2015 |
Lifestyle
Holiday Pampering at Andaz Tokyo’s Ao Spa
Between decorating our homes, gift shopping, meal planning and cooking, organizing year-end parties and get-togethers, upholding social commitments, and somehow managing to still complete our...
By Kelly Wetherille
December 8, 2015 |
Health & Beauty
Pros and Cons of the Japanese Public School System
Japanese schools have long been criticized for excessive use of rote learning and cookie-cutter output of students. But as Japanese society changes, its schools are...
By Kirsty Kawano
December 8, 2015 |
Families
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...
By Chanyn Kirtman
December 4, 2015 |
Fashion
Immerse Yourself in Real Japan at Mihonoseki
According to Hideki Yukawa, Japan’s first Nobel laureate, Mihonoseki is one of the few places in the island nation where you can find “the roots...
By Suzanne Bhagan
December 3, 2015 |
Adventures, Lifestyle
See Tokyo with an Underground Mystery Game
If you ever wanted to be Sherlock when you were a child, this is your chance. The Underground Mysteries by Scrap Corporation is a treasure...
By Ai Faithy Perez
December 2, 2015 |
Lifestyle
Five Top Japanese Beauty Products to Try in December
The final sprint towards the new year has officially begun, and like many others, I always have the best intentions of buying thoughtful and suitably...
By Alisa Kerr
December 1, 2015 |
Health & Beauty
Baby Loves Disco’s Family-Friendly Christmas Dance Party
Are you looking for a way to celebrate Christmas that will be fun for the whole family? Baby Loves Disco holds active and entertaining parties...
By The Savvy Team
November 30, 2015 |
Families
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,...
By Chanyn Kirtman
November 27, 2015 |
Fashion