Koenji Awa Odori: The Essence of Summer in Tokyo

It may be hard to remember the name of this festival, but you will never forget the amazing feeling when you see it for the...

By Amanda Andrews
August 13, 2014 | Japanese Culture, Lifestyle

Le Salon Jacques Borie, Shinjuku

No matter how deep our desires are to cultivate our taste buds, we travelers and expats know the feeling of wanting something familiar all too...

By Leilani R. Gobaleza
August 11, 2014 | Food & Drink

Toklyon Art Exhibit by Khwezi Strydom

For the first time in Japan, art lovers can check out the works of Khwezi Strydom at a special solo exhibition. The artist was born...

By The Savvy Team
August 6, 2014 | Art & Culture

Museum Hopping in Karuizawa

To escape the heat and humidity of Tokyo's summer,  the highland resort town of Karuizawa has always been a favorite. Just a quick 70-minute shinkansen ride from Tokyo...

By Sandra Isaka
August 5, 2014 | Lifestyle, Out & About

DIY Pancakes and More at Slappy Cakes, Shinjuku

Not quite had your fill of the pancake revolution that is currently sweeping Tokyo? Then Shinjuku-based do-it-yourself Slappy Cakes—known for “pancakes, drinks, and fun”— should...

By Megan Waters
August 4, 2014 | Food & Drink

Izakaya Vin, Shibuya

Say "izakaya" to a Tokyo local and he or she will conjure up thoughts of a great casual night out drinking and eating in a...

By Cheryl White
August 1, 2014 | Food & Drink

Sponsored: Fiji with the Family

Fiji is renowned for its beautiful beaches, friendly locals, and peaceful vibe. Given the welcoming nature of Fijians and their appreciation of children, it can...

By Hotels Combined
July 31, 2014 | Adventures, Lifestyle

F Organics Spa, Daikanyama

Perhaps more quickly in Japan than in other places, trends tend to come and go. But one trend I am happy to see is still...

By Kelly Wetherille
July 29, 2014 | Health & Beauty

Revive Kitchen Three, Aoyama

I wandered past the Three cosmetics shop in Aoyama, and the modern glass cafe with its courtyard seating caught my eye. I saw a sign out...

By Alicia Hewat
July 28, 2014 | Food & Drink

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

Melt-Proof Makeup Tips

With the Tokyo summer now in full swing, I have found myself on more than one occasion with my makeup disappearing an hour after I...

By Alisa Kerr
July 22, 2014 | Health & Beauty