Jessie Carbutt
Dog Adoption & Fostering in Tokyo
Buddies in Collaboration with Metropolis
Imperial Hotel, Kyoto: A Timeless Blend of Heritage and Luxury
Debuting in Kyoto’s historic Gion district in spring 2026
Best Thai Restaurants in Tokyo
The best places to enjoy Thai cuisine across Tokyo
Best Date Spots in Tokyo 2026
Surprise your partner and discover all the city has to offer
Where To Find The Best Brown Bread in Tokyo
Shokupan, move aside
The Best Japanese Films for Beginners Learning Japanese
Why children’s stories and quiet domestic life work better than reading textbooks will
Movie-inspired Custom Cocktails in Shibuya: The Whales of August
Choose from either the menu items, or challenge the bartenders to whip up whatever movie comes to your head
Japanese Netflix Shows You Can Watch With English Subtitles
Yes, Netflix does count as studying
Most Popular J-Pop Artists to Watch in 2026
Who to have on your listening radar this year
Aesthetic Coffee Shops for Every Area in Tokyo
Editor's picks for coffee shops in all 23 of Tokyo's Wards
Is Tap Water in Japan Safe to Drink?
All you need to know about tap water safety and hydration in Japan
Does Japan Allow Dual Citizenship?
Short answer, no, but most people have dual citizenship
Tokyo Vegan Burger Guide 2026
The best vegetarian and vegan burgers in Tokyo
Where Did The Meme “You Met Me at a Very Chinese Time in My Life” Come From?
The TikTok and Instagram trend explained
Tokyo Illumination Guide for Winter 2025 – 2026
Where to catch the best illuminations in the capital this winter
Kyoto’s Hidden Palaces
Escape the tourist mobs at former imperial villas
The Fascinating History Behind Japanese Kissaten
Plus top kissaten cafes to visit in Tokyo
Wildlife in Tokyo: Tokyo Safari
A guide to the fluffiest wildlife you can spot in the city
A Guide to Tokyo’s Art Stores
Rainbowholic, Tokyo’s journaling enthusiast, shares some of her favorite spots in the city
A Brief History of Zunda
Tohoku’s Green Paste Icon
La Carmina’s Halloween Spots in Tokyo
Tokyo's alt and Goth expert shares her top haunts to check out this Halloween
Recipes for Camping in Japan
Easy to cook, full-of-flavor recipes for camping in Japan