This article appears in Tokyo Weekend Vol. 4.To read the full article, click here.
For first-timers, dining at a high-end sushi restaurant in Tokyo can be a l...
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The Michelin Guide is the gold standard for culinary ratings, and we wouldn’t mind trying dishes that have earned the French tire company’s stamp of approval. ...
Wandering past shops across Japan lined with rows of Willy Wonka-esque butter cakes, it's hard not to feel left out if you're vegan or have a dairy or wheat al...
Situated by the southern tip of Chiba Prefecture’s Boso Peninsula, the Awa region is a breathtaking enclave that gazes out onto the Pacific Ocean. While its cr...
Welcome back to Tokyo Weekender’s “Alternatives to…” series, in which we provide alternative options for some of the tourist spots in Japan that have gained a ...
Okubo Bar, an Italian dining establishment near Tokyo’s famous Koreatown in Shin-Okubo, recently caused huge controversy by sharing an image online of the shop...
Japan has a long history of handcrafted art and traditional skills that have been passed down through generations of artisans. Incorporating these colors, text...
Beer holds a special place in Japanese culture, with both a rich history and a burgeoning craft scene that has taken the country by storm. In Japan, as in ever...