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English OK! is a directory of service business in Japan that offer services in basic English and restaurants that offer English menus. One of the neat features that they offer is a page where you can download and print coupons for restaurants, salons and other services in the Tokyo area.
The coupons are mostly […]
When you want to escape the city you can always head for Chiba and the Mihama-en garden. This beautiful park is an oasis in the midst of various hotels about a 10 minute walk from the Kaihin-Makuhari train station on the Keiyo Line.
The name of the park means “to view from the beach” and […]
Junichi Nakahara (1916-1983) was prominent artist well know for his water color paintings, illustrations, fashion design, interior decor and doll making. In the 1920s and 1930s his illustrations of young girls with big eyes were very famous and you can see the art deco influence on his work. The style of his illustrations […]
If you plan on being in the Tokyo area between now and May 18th and love dinosaurs then you will probably want to make time to see Dinosaur Continent.
The exhibit features more than 40 complete dinosaur skeletons, 10 of which are being exhibited in Japan for the first time, and more than 200 fossil […]
Located about a quarter or a mile to the west of the Nakamise shopping district in Asakusa you will find Kappabashi Dogugai Street. If you are a fan of kitchenware and gadgets then this is the place for you! There are 170 plus shops along a flag lined half mile stretch that […]
Did you know that the latest accessory in Japan for successful women executives is a Geisha Guy? Women pay these Geisha Guys anywhere from $1-50 thousand, yes thousand, dollars a night to be lavished with compliments and treated like a princess. One customer is quoted as saying “This is a gift for myself, […]
This past Friday, I went to Hono-ozumo at the Yasukuni shrine near Kudanshita Station. It was a ceremonial Sumo tournament and much more. I’ve never seen Sumo live before but I’ve watched it on TV, a lot, and let me tell you that it’s pretty impressive live! The event at the Yasukuni […]
Yesterday I covered the basics of taking the subway in Tokyo. As promised today I will provide you with some tips & tricks to make it a bit easier.
I use the Tokyo Transfer Guide almost every time I plan a trip but it has it’s limitations if you decide to take any detours. […]
It’s Hanami season in Tokyo right now and Chidorigafuchi is one of the more famous cherry blossom viewing spots in the city. How about renting a boat and paddling around the moat of the Imperial Palace in Tokyo while they are in bloom? Can you think of a more relaxing way to enjoy the […]
Taking the train in and around Tokyo can be a bit intimidating at first but it’s really not that difficult. First thing first, if you are doing some advance planning take a moment to download and print the English Route Map from Tokyo Metro. Don’t worry if you didn’t do this as […]
Whether you live in Tokyo, or are just planning a trip, you will find out what to do and see right here!
Written by Shane Sakata [email] for b5media.
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