Nattan Casey Plewissara
A public finance student, political/cultural journalist, Amy Winehouse/Conan Gray fan, ramen connoisseur. Bangkok born, Tokyo based.
Tokyo Day Trip: Utsunomiya “Gyoza Town”
Crispy dumplings, here I come!
10 Lesser-Known Secondhand Bookstores in Tokyo that Sell English Books
Quirky spots to find cheap English books in Tokyo
Tokyo Neighborhood Guide: Ebisu
Tokyo’s effortlessly cool quarter
Sushi Omakase at Hashida Tokyo
An artist's hands, a chef's eye: seasonal seafood, rare sake and an omakase shaped by the morning’s market
Spring Performances in Tokyo
Opera, kabuki, rakugo and film festivals to mark your calendar this season
9 Best Japanese Skincare Brands Locals Actually Use
Decoding the Japanese skincare staples locals swear by
Don’t Miss These Japanese Music Festivals Coming in 2026
From seaside stages to mountain backdrops, here’s your guide to Japan’s most anticipated music festivals of 2026
Tokyo Neighborhood Guide: Sasazuka
Authentic Tokyo, one meandering turn at a time
Things to Do in Tokyo in March 2026
Cherry blossoms, marathons, immersive art and spring festivals
LGBTQ+ Anime That Strive To Get It Right
No heavy-handed yaoi or male-gaze pandering yuri here
Tokyo Trends: Spring 2026
Where urban edge meets delicate detail
Fika in Tokyo: How a Swedish Coffee Ritual Is Helping Professionals Feel Less Alone
Intentional slowness to replace transactional networking.
A Guide to Setsubun and Where to Celebrate in Tokyo
Where to throw beans this weekend
Things To Do in February 2026
Your guide to enjoying Tokyo’s coldest month
Things To Do in Tokyo in January
A rundown of the best events in Tokyo this January
Best Tokyo New Year’s Eve Countdown Events, Parties and Temples 2025–2026
Where to spend New Year’s Eve in Tokyo