Tokyo is a monster of a city, with an enormous headcount of over 13 million people. That’s a huge number to imagine, but to actually see even a small portion of that number in one place is pretty amazing. Tokyo’s most populous areas get incredibly crowded; Shibuya’s famous “Scramble” sees over a thousand crossers per…
Ah, Tokyo – the capital of Japan. Whether it’s about exotic foods or groundbreaking discoveries, the city has continued to make news around the world, especially now that Tokyo is set to host the most awaited 2020 Olympics. If it’s your first time coming to Japan and you want to experience its culture, here are…
Shibuya is one of Tokyo’s main districts, home to countless department stores, restaurants, clubs, love hotels, and karaoke parlors. If you visit Tokyo, spending time in Shibuya is a definite must-see place! Although partying and shopping are great choices, they aren’t the only things to do. Here are 100 things to do in Shibuya, one…
Take a look at a map of Tokyo and it’s easy to come to the conclusion that the areas around Tokyo Station are the centre of Japan’s capital. However, dig a little deeper and you will soon find that Shibuya is the real centre of the city. The capital of shopping, youth culture, and one…
If you have ever been to Japan, you may know that some of the larger train stations are extremely complicated. With many lines, exits, and platforms, it can be an adventure in itself just finding the right spot in one of the busy and crowded stations. For example, Shinjuku Station has over 10 train lines…
Although Tokyo is more affordable than other large cities such as London, Oslo, and New York, the capital of Japan is still considered a pretty expensive city. Most people who work in Tokyo live in the outskirts or surrounding areas such as Kawasaki or Chiba because the rent is so expensive. If you plan to…
A capital city basked in both traditional and modern Japanese culture at every glance, Tokyo’s diverse neighbourhoods all have a unique charm ready to be discovered and endless places to stay to provide you with the base to do so. Japan’s reputation for good hospitality, politeness and cleanliness holds true for a lot of its…
Japan enjoyed nearly twenty million tourists in 2016 and the number is only expected to increase with time. This incredible country of innovation, tradition, excellent food and world-leading entertainment has captured the hearts of travellers around the world. As the largest metropolitan area in the world, it goes without saying that the number of things…
Tokyo is the capital of Japan and one of the most glamorous cities in Asia. With its low crime rate, countless bars and restaurants, and numerous cultural and historical sites, it’s no wonder that it sees millions of tourists every year. The Tokyo 2020 Olympics are coming and an even larger number of tourists is…
Halloween is right around the corner. Have you already decided what costume to wear? If you’re in Japan, the tradition of the event lies in two things: commercialism and costume. Over the years, people have shown a gradual increase in Halloween interest which resulted in the rise of commercial hypes. Though going from house to…
