The One about the Farmer’s Market at United Nations University (UNU) in Shibuya – Part 3

I have to say that the Farmer’s Market at United Nations University (UNU) was an interesting experience. While I expected it to be packed full of people, I wasn’t aware of how much of a variety a Tokyo-based farmer’s market would incorporate but you get Read More …

The One about the Farmer’s Market at United Nations University (UNU) in Shibuya – Part 2

As I continue my coverage of the Farmer’s Market at United Nations University (UNU) in Shibuya, Tokyo, there is one thing that I’m sure that people would be interested in knowing is that there are food trucks and food vendors directly nearby. As a matter Read More …

The One about the Farmer’s Market at United Nations University (UNU) in Shibuya – Part 1

I’m often asked is if there is a place to purchase fresh vegetables and you can easily find a market in many areas around Tokyo.  But if you want really awesome vegetables and fruit, but also baked goods and more, you definitely want to give Read More …

The One about AIN SOPH.ripple in Kabukicho, Shinjuku – The best vegan burgers/burritos in Tokyo?

When it comes to vegan restaurants, a restaurant chain that many people always feel confident in are AIN SOPH. restaurants. AIN SOPH. is celebrating their 10th year anniversary in December 2019 and each restaurant offers different style and meal offerings. With the main vegan restaurant Read More …

The One about Finding the Kochikame Statues near Kameari Station in Katsushika – Part Three

In the first blog post, I discussed the the popular manga/anime series “Kochira Katsushika-ku Kameari Kōen Mae Hashutsujo” (“KochiKame” in short) by Akimoto Osamu. In Katsushika ward, near Kameari Station, numerous bronze statues dedicated to the series can be found.  A map is featured inside Read More …

The One about Finding the Kochikame Statues near Kameari Station in Katsushika – Part Two

In yesterday’s blog post, I discussed the the popular manga/anime series “Kochira Katsushika-ku Kameari Kōen Mae Hashutsujo” (“KochiKame” in short) by Akimoto Osamu. In Katsushika ward, near Kameari Station, numerous bronze statues dedicated to the series can be found.  A map is featured inside the Read More …

The One about Finding the Kochikame Statues near Kameari Station in Katsushika – Part One

In Japan, the manga and anime series “Kochira Katsushika-ku Kameari Kōen Mae Hashutsujo” (This is the Police Station in front of Kameari Park in Katsushika Ward), often shortened to “KochiKame” is a favorite. Created by Akimoto Osamu back in 1976, the “Weekly Shonen Jump” series Read More …

The One about Cat Cafe MOCHA Lounge Shinjuku

I headed to Shinjuku for my first cat cafe experience at Cat Cafe MOCHA, which a friend of my wanted to show me around. It’s important for me to first say, I’m a dog person, I’ve only owned small dogs, pugs and as for cats, Read More …

The One about the Starbucks Reserve Roastery in Meguro – Part 7 – Arriviamo Bar (3rd Floor) & Amu Tokyo (4th Floor)

My coverage of the new Starbucks Reserve Roastery in Meguro, Tokyo continues as now we go to the third floor, which is the Arriviamo Bar. For those who don’t want coffee or tea and in the mood for classic cocktails, aperitivi, beer and wine, Arriviamo Read More …

The One about the Starbucks Reserve Roastery in Meguro – Part 6 – Teavana (2nd Floor)

As I continue my coverage of the Starbucks Reserve Roastery in Meguro, Tokyo, we have explored the first floor. But now it’s time to check out the second floor – Teavana. I think people who are not familiar with the Starbucks acquisition of Teavana back Read More …

The One about the best pizza in Tokyo – Seirinkan in Naka-Meguro

In Tokyo, Seirinkan located in Naka-Meguro is considered the #1 pizza restaurant. That’s a pretty major statement that would be sure to shock and maybe even anger certain people who feel that the best pizza must be from an Italian living in Japan, specifically Tokyo, Read More …

The One about the Statue of Enehey

One of the statues featured at the Matsuoka Museum of Art is “The Statue of Enehey”.  Made of Limestone. Egypt. New Kingdom, late 18th dynasty (1300-1200 b.c.). Excavated from Saqqarah, a vast, ancient burial ground in Egypt, Saqqarah served as the necropolis for the Ancient Read More …

TRAVEL GUIDE: The One about the Best Burgers in Tokyo Part 2 – Recommendations from the Tokyo Premium Hamburger Mook

My Best Burger Locations in Tokyo + Metropolis Japan’s Top Picks Best Burger Locations via the Tokyo Premium Hamburger Mooks Best Vegan Burgers in Tokyo The best burgers in Tokyo topic is always subjective.  And what may be the best one day, can be off Read More …

The One about the Tokyo Christmas Illumination 2018 Part 11: Daikanyama T-Site Christmas 2018 (11/16-12/25)

Located in southwest Shibuya is the town known as Daikanyama. The location is known for its elegance, may it be boutiques, cake shops, restaurants and cafes, but it was a town redeveloped after the end of the bubble economy. While the origin of Daikanyma is Read More …

The One about the Tokyo Christmas Illumination 2018 Part 5: Omotesando and OMOTESANDO HILLS CHRISTMAS 2018 with Panasonic Beauty (November 7 – December 25)

Located in Shibuya and Minato, Tokyo is the avenue known as Omotesando. Mentioned and confused by foreigners as a city, Omotesando is an avenue featuring zelkova trees and a stylish area that is home to shopping areas such as Omotesando Hills (featuring Saint Laurent Paris, Read More …

The One about the Tokyo Christmas Illumination 2018 Part 3: Shibuya Ao no Dokutsu in Yoyogi Park (November 30 – December 31st)

Returning to Yoyogi Park is the Shibuya “Ao no Dokutsu” at Yoyogi Park that will be up from November 30th to December 31st. Not far from Harajuku, the area is popular for it’s blue Christmas lights.  The whole place is illuminated in blue and may Read More …

The One about the Tokyo Christmas Illumination 2018 Part 2: Caretta Shiodome Winter Illumination 2018 (November 15, 2018 – February 14, 2019)

One of the coolest shopping areas in Japan is Caretta Shiodome in Minato, Tokyo. It’s the location of the Advertisement Museum, the Sky View on the 46th floor overlooking Tokyo, the location of the Dentsu Shiki Theatre UMI, Turtle Fountain and many cool restaurants. It’s Read More …

The One about the Tokyo Christmas Illumination 2018 Part 1: Tokyo Midtown Christmas (11/13-12/25)

Visiting Tokyo around November/December is an amazing experience if you are a Christmas fan who is attracted to Christmas lights. Granted, where Christmas is seen as a religious holiday for some, spending time with your family and loved ones and days off of work and Read More …