Inui Street is a street that’s only open to the public on certain days: During cherry blossom and the peak of autumn colours. If you find yourself in Tokyo during these magical times, a visit to this street is highly recommended.
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While walking around Kamata, I came across this slightly unusual convenience store: A FamilyMart combined with karaoke. Best of both worlds?
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Nestled in the quiet Setagaya district of Tokyo, Gotokuji Temple is an intriguing spot with a unique claim to fame: it’s considered the birthplace of the maneki-neko, or “lucky cat”.
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You may not be able to afford Omotesandō’s shops, but you can afford this impressive annual show of light, the Omotesandō Illumination festival.
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Have you ever wondered what life was like in Edo-era Japan? The Fukagawa Edo Museum offers a unique opportunity to step back in time and experience the sights, sounds, and smells of a bygone era.
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Returning to neighborhood parks that aren’t on everyone’s radar for Kōyō (colourful leaves), I made a quick trip to Senzoku-ike Park in the Ota Ward of Tokyo.
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Autumn colors have finally reached the Tokyo area and with it the special nighttime illuminations at gardens such as Rikugien.
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Hello Kitty is everywhere in Japan, so it didn’t cross my mind to visit Sanrioworld in Tokyo. But when I recently was in Ginza anyway, I couldn’t resist!
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Queen were huge in Japan and Bohemian Rhapsody is a karaoke classic. Queen in the Park was a fun reimagining of classic songs at Ginza Sony Park.
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The 2D Cafe near Tokyo’s Korea Town has been carefully designed to appear as 2D. It doesn’t need a website, just an Instagram account. Leave the 3D world behind!
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You were more than just a green Tokyu 5000 museum train opposite Hachikō. A piece of Tokyo’s past left Shibuya after 14 years.
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