This Week: At Home And Around Tokyo For January 24-30
Art, Plan And Study
It feels like New Year's was just a few days ago, but time moves fast and here we are — ready to welcome the last weekend of January! Starting next week, Japan will be fully getting into a romantic mood for Valentine's, but before we get down to the chocolates and candy, here are a few events you wouldn't want to miss. Have a great week(end) ahead!
Literature in Architecture, Architecture in Literature
The Waseda International House of Literature
Celebrating the recent inauguration of The Waseda International House of Literature, also known as the Haruki Murakami Library, an inaugural exhibition entitled “Literature in Architecture, Architecture in Literature” is being held. With several books about architecture on display and an invitation to discover the imprint of Murakami’s work in Kuma’s mesmerizing building, this event brings together the best of both worlds. As a preventive measure against the spread of COVID-19, visitors are requested to book a date and time for their visit through the website.
- Date
- NOW THROUGH FRI, FEB. 4, 2022 (CLOSED ON WEDNESDAYS)
- Time
- 10 A.M.–5 P.M
- Location
- The Waseda International House of Literature 2F Exhibition Room, 1-6-1 Nishiwaseda, Shinjuku, Tokyo - Map
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: BOOKWORMS, COUPLES, FRIENDS
Lay It All Out
Create A Vision Board
Now that we're a couple of weeks into the year, how are you doing on your new year's resolutions? Made popular by the book and film "The Secret," vision boards are a great way to map out your dreams and goals through a visual representation, which can help to keep you on track to succeed in your 2022 resolutions.
- Date
- WHENEVER YOU WANT
- Time
- ANY TIME
- Location
- HOME
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: EVERYONE
Explore From Home
Start Planning Future Trips With Japan Travel Books
Check out our seven book recommendations guaranteed to transport you all around Japan from the safety of your own home! Each of these books explores a different side of Japan—sometimes unknown—and they are mostly available in both digital and paperback versions. Make yourself cozy, grab a hot drink, and let your mind wander. See “more info” link.
- Date
- WHENEVER YOU WANT
- Time
- ANY TIME
- Location
- HOME
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: TRAVELERS, BOOKWORMS
Yawn!
Try Expert Sleep Remedies
A good night’s sleep is vital for achieving emotional balance, regaining strength, keeping your weight in check and basically feeling healthy. The average person will spend approximately one-third of her life sleeping, but experts agree that it is not quantity that matters, but quality. Read our simple tips and Japan-based remedies to help you get the most out of your shut-eye so you can wake up looking forward to the day. See “more info” link.
- Date
- WHENEVER YOU WANT
- Time
- ANY TIME
- Location
- HOME
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: TIRED PEOPLE
Spice It Up
Try Redecorating Your Home
There are plenty of house décor items available in the market, ranging from as low as ¥100, to as lavish as ¥10,000. Depending on your budget, there are many ways to tackle the process of decorating your dwelling without breaking the bank. See “more info” link.
- Date
- WHENEVER YOU WANT
- Time
- ANY TIME
- Location
- HOME
- Fee
- VARIED
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: EVERYONE
Be The Chef
Attempt A Savvy Tokyo Recipe
Why not take this opportunity to work on your cooking skills? Cooking can be extremely therapeutic and a great form of self-care. Check out the long list of delicious recipes on our site. From traditional Japanese dishes to international treats with an oriental twist, there’s something for everyone! Find something you’d like to try and give it a go! See “more info” link.
- Date
- WHENEVER YOU WANT
- Time
- ANY TIME
- Location
- YOUR KITCHEN
- Fee
- INGREDIENTS
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: EVERYONE, HOME CHEFS, THOSE LOOKING TO TRY NEW THINGS
For School, Emergencies And Around The Home
Study Some Useful Kanji
Moving to and setting up in a new country can be hard enough without having to figure out the everyday basics we’ve probably never thought twice about doing back home. Here are some basic kanji and kana to help demystify some of those tasks.
- Date
- WHENEVER YOU WANT
- Time
- ANY TIME
- Location
- HOME
- Fee
- FREE!
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: EVERYONE
© Photo by Tokyo MidtownSavvy's Guide To A City Of Light
Check Out Tokyo’s Best Winter Illuminations
It’s that time of the year again when the whole of Tokyo is covered by stunning illuminations in all shapes and forms. See our top picks for this year.
- Date
- VARIOUS
- Time
- VARIOUS
- Location
- VARIOUS
- Fee
- VARIED
- Info
- RECOMMENDED FOR: COUPLES, FRIENDS, FRIENDS, PHOTOGRAPHERS
Attending any of these events? Send us photos through Facebook or Instagram for a chance to be published on the site. #SavvyTokyo
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