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Lisa Wallin
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Let’s keep this introduction short: This is a list of the best things to do in Tokyo, tried and tested by a team of residents with a deep love for the city.…

The month of August is the season of ghouls, spirits and spooks in Japan which is no surprise really. Telling ghost stories is considered one of the best ways to stay cool…

Did you come straight here after watching our other softcream adventures on YouTube? Or are you just finding us for the first time? Either way, welcome to the local softcream flavors exploration…

We travel all over Japan to discover and draw attention to products and services that represent Japanese culture but that also appeal to a global audience. Below is a collection of home…

Tokyo is now hitting its hottest month of the year. With Japan’s frequent unpredictable rainfalls and thunderstorms, we recommend always having a collapsible umbrella on you and packing a bottle of water.…

As timepieces have evolved over the years, they have become valuable collectibles that capture a certain moment in time. Since each item represents a particular technological and aesthetic period and comes with…

What with the heat and the Obon holidays, August has traditionally been the “get out of Tokyo” month. Tokyoites love going to the coasts of Kanagawa and Chiba for beach day trips,…

The cicada sounds are definitely a sign that August is here. Considered one of the busiest travel months in Japan, there are undoubtedly many events and places to go to in August.…