A Guide to Koenji, the Subculture Hub of Tokyo
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An unabashedly, highly biased guide to Koenji, an area known for being the centre of Tokyo’s alternative culture. And in my personal experience, crazies.
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Henn Na Hotel: A Stay at the World’s First Robot Hotel
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Henn Na Hotel is a hotel chain in Japan staffed by robots, where you can stay without having to interact with another human being. I decided to try it out.
The Soho Odaiba: Tokyo’s Most Colourful Office Space
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Time to check out The Soho in Odaiba, a modern 13-storey office complex that has become a landmark Instagram spot for its colourful exterior.
Anata no Warehouse in Kawasaki Closing Down?
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One of Japan’s most unique game arcades, Anata no Warehouse, will be closing down for good on November 17. Now’s your last chance to visit!
3 Instagram-Worthy Things to Do in Chiba
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Chiba is not just Tokyo Disney Resort and Narita Airport. Full of hidden gems, here are 3 unique things to do in the prefecture for some Instagram magic!
Escape Life at Mazaria, Tokyo’s Newest VR Arcade
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Enter Mazaria, the newest VR arcade in town. Opened on July 12, Bandai Namco’s Ikebukuro reincarnation of the VR Zone in Shinjuku is crazy fun for all ages.
10 Must-Do Day Trips from Tokyo (Less Than 2 Hours Away!)
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Looking for ideas on fun day trips from Tokyo once rainy season is over? Look no further! Here are 10 must-do day trips tried and tested by yours truly.
My Semi-Disastrous Izu Islands-Hopping Trip
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My Izu Islands-hopping plan was simple: 5 days, 5 islands. Kozushima, Shikinejima, Niijima, Toshima, Oshima. Unfortunately, things didn’t exactly turn out as planned.
5 Last-Minute Golden Week Ideas to Avoid Inflated Prices
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Here are 5 last-minute Golden Week ideas for those of us who have missed the cheap flights, but still want to make full use of the 10-day holiday!
Fuji Shibazakura Festival 2019: Get Those Spring Feels
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Missed the cherry blossom season in Tokyo? Never fear! You can still enjoy shibazakura (moss phlox) long after the cherry trees have sprouted leaves.