Tokyo
Discover the best of Tokyo – travel tips, places to visit, local food, and more. Explore the culture, lifestyle, and hidden gems of Japan’s capital city.
Best Daifuku in Japan: Where to Find and How It’s Made
Daifuku (大福) is a small, soft ball of mochi with a sweet filling inside, usually red bean paste. The name means “great luck” in English. You will see it everywhere in Japan, from shopping streets in Tokyo to the little shops near the temples in Kyoto. It is also one of my favorite sweets in…
Tokyo Christmas Market: A Festive Experience with Asian Flair and German Delights
If you are in Tokyo during the Christmas season, don’t miss the Tokyo Christmas Market, which stands out as one of the city’s most exciting and anticipated holiday events. This charming market captures the essence of a traditional European Christmas while embracing Tokyo’s unique cultural flair, making it a must-see for both locals and visitors.…
Kamakura Day Trip Guide: Beaches, Temples, and the Enoden Train
Kamakura is one of Japan’s most rewarding day trips from Tokyo, a coastal town where ancient temples, quiet streets, and a beautiful shoreline sit barely an hour from the city. It was also one of the first trips my girlfriend and I took together in Japan, and it remains a place we love returning to.…
Is Joypolis Worth Visiting? An Honest Review of Tokyo Joypolis and Better Alternatives
Is Tokyo Joypolis worth visiting? My honest review: dated rides, prices and hidden extra costs, long waits, who might still enjoy it and better alternatives in Tokyo.
Omoide Yokocho: An Honest Guide to Shinjuku’s Famous Alley
Tokyo is full of hidden corners, but Omoide Yokocho, also known as Piss Alley, is one of the most photographed of them all. Tucked right beside Shinjuku Station, this narrow lane is packed with tiny izakayas, glowing red lanterns, and clouds of yakitori smoke. For a photographer it is a dream. For a hungry traveller…
