Adventures in Entering a Japanese Elementary School
As the international mother of a brand new (pika-pika) first-grader (ichinensei) this year, I had many concerns. Would she settle in quickly? Would she be...
By Tokyo Mothers Group
April 22, 2014 |
Families
Tokyo Fashion Week for the Masses
One of Tokyo’s biggest fashion festivals is about to descend upon us. To some it may seem that every day in Tokyo is a fashion...
By Chanyn Kirtman
March 14, 2014 |
Fashion
Sun and Moon Yoga, Gotanda
Since it opened in 2003, Sun and Moon Yoga has been a go-to studio for yogis from around the world, with its bilingual classes attracting...
By Kelly Wetherille
November 19, 2013 |
Health & Beauty
Ai Port Station, Aoyama: A Kids’ Oasis
Tucked away in a side street off Aoyama-dori is a sweet and charming kids' haven, called Ai Port Station. A picture of Noah’s Ark marks...
By Chanyn Kirtman
November 4, 2013 |
Families
Hong Kong Right Now
Hong Kong is constantly moving, always forward and never backwards. Standing still on the street is enough to warrant a push or a shove from...
By Rebekah Chan
October 17, 2013 |
Uncategorized
Matsuri Madness: Autumn 2013
Although summer is officially over, the myriad of festivals occurring in and around Tokyo hasn’t diminished. In fact, the new season brings with it a...
By Elisabeth Lambert
October 7, 2013 |
Families, Lifestyle
Six Western Health Foods You Can Buy in Japan
It is widely accepted that, overall, the Japanese diet is far healthier than that of most Western countries. Farmers markets are common, fruits and vegetables...
By Kelly Wetherille
October 7, 2013 |
Food & Drink, Health & Beauty
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
The TMG Mentor Program
Being a parent in Tokyo can be a daunting prospect, particularly if it's your first child or if you are arriving in Tokyo with your...
By Tokyo Mothers Group
September 3, 2013 |
Uncategorized
Burgers: Trendy And Affordable
Hollywood Burger, Daikanyama
By Lauren Shannon
July 8, 2013 |
Food & Drink