Minakami Onsen Weekend Getaway
Minakami Onsen, a region in Gunma Prefecture, about 150 kilometers northwest of Tokyo is the perfect place to do some great and challenging hikes during...
By Katharina von Tschurtschenthaler
November 23, 2014 |
Lifestyle, Out & About
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
Harajuku Funk Meets Parisian Chic at Coiff1rst Salon
What do you get when you take a talented French hairstylist, teach her fluent Japanese, and drop her into a luxe salon in the middle...
By Cynthia Popper
November 19, 2014 |
Health & Beauty
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
Vassilisa: Statement-Making Luxury Scarves
In a country where the size XXXS exists and boutiques carry a standard “one size”, presumed to fit all shoppers, it not only becomes frustrating,...
By Chanyn Kirtman
November 18, 2014 |
Fashion
The Dancing Sushi Chef, Nakameguro
Don’t get startled when entering this small sushi-ya on the pedestrian shopping street of Nakameguro. The welcoming there is ear-battering. Staff will not just greet...
By Katharina von Tschurtschenthaler
November 17, 2014 |
Food & Drink
Through the Mosaic Looking Glass
Not only Roman remains or medieval castles. There is a place in Italy where time does not exist and where a magical and mystical atmosphere...
By Chiara Pace
November 14, 2014 |
Lifestyle
Japanese Luxury Skincare at Koh Gen Do
Born 28 years ago in the heart of Tokyo’s AzabuJuban district, Koh Gen Do is a truly unique Japanese brand. If you are interested in...
By Alisa Kerr
November 12, 2014 |
Health & Beauty
David’s Deli, Mita
One cold winter’s day, feeling sad and a bit under the weather, I had the good fortune to stumble upon a local restaurant and delicatessen...
By Cheryl White
November 12, 2014 |
Food & Drink
Dining with Goats at Sakuragaoka Cafe, Shibuya
Animal cafes are all the rage in Tokyo these days. Cats, birds and even jellyfish grace restaurants citywide. But Sakuragoaka Cafe in Shibuya has them...
By Amanda Taylor
November 7, 2014 |
Food & Drink
Unique and Bespoke Jewelry at Atelier Shinji, Ginza
Walking through Ginza is always a delight, especially near the Kabuki theatre in Higashi Ginza. The side streets here are full of quaint, interesting and...
By Cheryl White
November 7, 2014 |
Fashion