A Guide to Koenji, the Subculture Hub of Tokyo
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
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.
Read moreThe Soho Odaiba: Tokyo’s Most Colourful Office Space
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.
Read moreAnata no Warehouse in Kawasaki Closing Down?
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!
Read more3 Instagram-Worthy Things to Do in Chiba
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!
Read moreEscape Life at Mazaria, Tokyo’s Newest VR Arcade
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.
Read more10 Must-Do Day Trips from Tokyo (Less Than 2 Hours Away!)
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.
Read moreMy Semi-Disastrous Izu Islands-Hopping Trip
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.
Read more5 Last Minute Golden Week Ideas to Avoid Inflated Prices
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!
Read moreFuji Shibazakura Festival: Get Those Spring Feels
Missed the cherry blossom season in Tokyo? Never fear! You can still enjoy shibazakura (moss phlox) long after the cherry trees have sprouted leaves.
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