Five Free iPhone Apps for Foreigners in Tokyo
Japan is one of the most Smartphone-saturated countries in the world, and most of us gaijin are just as guilty of app addiction as our...
By Elisabeth Lambert
September 25, 2013 |
Lifestyle
Estética Brasil Beauty, Azabudai
No pain, no gain. For a long time, that was what I thought when it came to removing my “hair down there” all on my...
By Ryoko Kokuba
September 24, 2013 |
Health & Beauty
FEW in 2013 to 2014
There is something very special about the energy generated by a group of women coming together for a common goal—not to mention the fantastic friendships...
By For Empowering Women
September 24, 2013 |
Uncategorized
About For Empowering Women
FEW (For Empowering Women in Japan) has a long, rich history spanning more than 30 years and empowering hundreds of women in and outside of...
By For Empowering Women
September 24, 2013 |
Uncategorized
Roti, Roppongi
In the Tokyo food maze, sometimes you need a taste of the familiar. A Tokyo classic since 2001, Roti has managed to stay fresh and...
By The Savvy Team
September 20, 2013 |
Food & Drink
The Kitsch and Quirk of Busan
It was the second week of August when South Korea announced its worst energy crisis. Two power plants stopped operating and government buildings were asked...
By Rebekah Chan
September 19, 2013 |
Adventures, Lifestyle
Day Care Options in Japan
Much has been made of Prime Minister Abe's plan to do away with childcare waiting lists in Japan by adding spots for 400,000 children by...
By Elisabeth Lambert
September 19, 2013 |
Families
Kidzania Tokyo
Tokyo has some great places for little ones to learn while playing, and KidZania is one of the most popular. The concept is simple: children...
By Mia Moranza
September 16, 2013 |
Families
Fall Fashion Essentials
Fall fashion season is upon us, but with the Tokyo heat still having us all in our summer ensembles, it is hard to get in...
By Chanyn Kirtman
September 13, 2013 |
Fashion
Choosing a Stroller for Use in Tokyo
Buying a stroller or buggy to use in Tokyo comes with its own set of specific considerations. With packed trains, lots of stairs, small retail...
By Elisabeth Lambert
September 12, 2013 |
Families