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.
Sento vs Onsen: Japanese Public Baths Explained
What is the difference between a sento and an onsen? Water, prices, tattoo rules and bathing etiquette for Japan’s public baths.
Best Mexican Food in Tokyo: Tacos Worth the Trip
Best Mexican food in Tokyo: Tacos 3 Hermanos in Harajuku and Ebisu, Rojo Amigo Kitchen in Koenji, Los Tacos Azules, 2026 prices, Tex-Mex vs Mexican.
Tokyo Festivals by Month: A Year of Matsuri and Events
Tokyo festivals month by month: hatsumode, Setsubun, sakura, Sanja Matsuri, Koenji Awa Odori, Bakeneko, Christmas markets and KFC, with dates and tips.
Shibuya Sky Guide: Tickets, Sunset Tips and Typhoon Refunds
Shibuya Sky in 2026: ticket prices, best sunset slots, rooftop rules, lockers, and what happens to your Klook booking when a typhoon closes the roof.
Cost of Living in Tokyo: Rent, Food and Monthly Budget From a Former Resident
How much does it cost to live in Tokyo? I lived there for three years, first as a master’s student at Waseda University and later as a software engineer, so I know both the student budget and the working-life budget. Tokyo has a reputation as one of the most expensive cities in the world, but…
What Is Maze Soba? Where to Eat It in Tokyo
Maze soba explained: soupless Nagoya-born noodles, the difference to abura soba and tsukemen, how to mix and finish with oimeshi, and Tokyo shops to try.
Best Christmas Activities in Tokyo: Illuminations, Markets & Neon Lights
Christmas in Japan is different. It’s less about the family, less religious, but visually appealing, surprisingly romantic, and many times playful. Being a Swiss citizen living in Tokyo for years, I celebrated Christmas here very differently: no quiet living room, no raclette evening with the large family, but colorfully lit boulevards, neon lights, illuminations at…
Tokyo Skytree Tickets: Prices and Why to Reserve
Tokyo Skytree tickets in 2026: Tembo Deck vs Galleria, about-prices, why booking a date and time slot saves money and queues, and the best time to go.
Best Photo Spots in Japan: Tokyo, Fuji, Kyoto and More
Best photo spots in Japan from my own trips: Tokyo alleys, Mount Fuji views, Kyoto in winter, snow monkeys, Shirakawa-go and photo etiquette tips.
Tokyo Tower Guide: Tickets, Light-Ups and Best Views
Tokyo Tower guide: Main Deck vs Top Deck prices (2025), Landmark Light and Diamond Veil schedule, best photo spots, stairs and Skytree comparison.
