Tokyo Day Trip: Kawagoe’s Edo-Era Charm
Historic Streets, Sweet Shops and Edo-Era Charm
Japan Drugstore Guide: Pain Medication
Japan’s best over the counter pain medication recommendations
Tokyo Day Trip: Things to Do in Yokosuka
Where U.S. Navy charm meets Japanese coastline comfort
Best Mexican Restaurants in Tokyo
Our favorite spots for Mexican cuisine, from authentic to unique takes
Anime Events in Tokyo 2025
The best ephemeral anime events around Tokyo this season
Tokyo Vegan Burger Guide 2025
The best vegetarian and vegan burgers in Tokyo
Exploring Mitsuiboshi Kaido: Japan’s Artisanal Heartlands
A journey through the Three Star Road, where ancient crafts, hidden villages, and modern creativity converge
Events
Living
Tokyo Day Trip: Kumagaya, Saitama
From Sacred Temples to Explosive Festivals
Things to Do in Tokyo in June
Our roundup of top events to join in the capital
Her Body, Not Her Choice: Do Women in Japan Need Consent From Their Partner to Get an Abortion?
The issues and human rights violations surrounding abortion in Japan
Based in Japan: Life as a Married Gay Couple With Seigo & Bren
A Japanese/American love story
Community
Co-op Farming in Japan
A look at Japan’s teikei system
December Community News and Events
Deaths by Pokemon Go, petting zoos, Olympic medals from recycled metals, and more
Making the Global Local
International associations in Japan
November Community News and Events
What’s on in your neighborhood
Therapy Through Technology
Living Dreams sparks a light for Japan’s ignored orphans
Talkie Walkie 2016
TELL marches to “connect, communicate, care” for World Suicide Prevention Day 2016
Travel
Travel: Run with it
Spring is the time for new plans and projects, and what better way to spend that new zest for life on getting out and traveling?
Nakasendo Day 3
Narai-juku: craftsmen’s attention to detail
Nakasendo Day 2
Rural Kiso offers time for wellbeing
3 Days in Nakasendo
Untouched nature, history on former post town trek
The healing waters of Nisshinkan
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Bad Pilgrims
Cycling Shikoku’s 88-temple pilgrimage in three weeks
Dining
Mia Mia
A shelter for the community
Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills’ Takeout & Delivery Service
Satisfying menus in the comfort of your home
Kyoto to Obama
Cafe hopping on the Saba Kaido
Takeout & Delivery in Tokyo
Enjoy your favorite food at home and support local restaurants during the COVID-19 pandemic
Tokyo Restaurants: Coronavirus Support Campaign
Support for local restaurants offering take-out and delivery options
Bartizan Bread Factory
A healthy slice of Europe right here in Tokyo
Literature
Movies
