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Bashoan Historical Site Observation Garden

Let's meet Matsuo Basho in Fukagawa!

A bronze statue of Matsuo Basho stands on the bank where the Sumida River and Onagi River intersect. Basho once lived on the bank near Mannenbashi Bridge in Fukagawa.

Jun NambaraJun Nambara2018.09.17

The Three Hundred Year Pine

Feel the sea breeze at the Tokugawa Shogun's Hama Palace - Hamarikyu Gardens

Hama Rikyu Gardens is the Hama Palace associated with the Tokugawa Shogunate. It is now a metropolitan garden, but during the Meiji period it served as a detached palace for the Imperial family and was also used for diplomatic purposes. This time, we will introduce the Hama Palace of the Tokugawa Shogunate...

Jun NambaraJun Nambara2018.09.16

guest house

The pinnacle of Meiji-era architecture and art! Akasaka Palace State Guest House

In 2009, the Akasaka Palace State Guest House was the first cultural property designated as a national treasure since the Meiji era. State guest houses are diplomatic venues for welcoming state guests and official guests, and in 2016...

Jun NambaraJun Nambara2018.09.16

Cafe

"Relax in a Stylish Cafe! The Cafes in Shimokitazawa You Should Visit Now"

Shimokitazawa is lined with shops that are appealing to women, including general stores selling high-end goods and secondhand clothing stores. You might find yourself losing track of time while shopping. This...

Kosuke KurodaKosuke Kuroda2018.09.10

Instagrammable ice cream

It's sure to look great on Instagram! Want to know about the popular ice cream shop in Harajuku?

Instagrammable sweets are always a girl's dream! These cute sweets with lovely toppings are sure to get you likes on Instagram. This time, we'll be introducing some Instagrammable sweets in Harajuku, the epicenter of fashion...

Kosuke KurodaKosuke Kuroda2018.09.09

BOOK AND BED TOKYO

I stayed at BOOK AND BED TOKYO, a guesthouse where you can become one with books!

I want to be engrossed in a book all day. I want to doze off while reading. I want to become one with the book and fit into the bookshelf. That last one is a bit of an exaggeration, but it's something that book lovers and readers...

Chimon2018.09.08

Osamu Dazai Literary Salon

Stroll through the places associated with Dazai Osamu in front of Mitaka Station

In front of JR Mitaka Station was Dazai Osamu's workplace. He would come to Mitaka Station almost every day from his home near Inokashira Park, carrying his lunch, manuscript paper, dictionary, and writing implements wrapped in a furoshiki cloth...

Jun NambaraJun Nambara2018.09.08

Omelette rice

"Adults and children alike will love it! Enjoy popular Western cuisine in Ikebukuro"

Hamburg steaks, omelet rice, croquettes, and other Western dishes are casual yet feel like a feast. This time, we'll introduce some popular Western restaurants in the Ikebukuro area. If you find a restaurant that catches your eye, be sure to check it out...

Kosuke KurodaKosuke Kuroda2018.09.06

Sushi

"3 Famous Tsukiji Restaurants That Women Can Enjoy Alone!"

Tsukiji Market handles a wide variety of seafood and produce from the Kanto region. It is known for its lively daily trading, but the Tsukiji area surrounding the market is also famous for its many famous sushi restaurants.

Kosuke KurodaKosuke Kuroda2018.06.17

Matcha and Japanese sweets

Enjoy a sweet moment with some lightly flavored Japanese sweets! Popular Japanese sweet shops in Tokyo that you should visit now

Japanese sweets are not only delicious but also beautiful to look at, allowing you to enjoy them with all five senses. This time, we'll introduce some popular Japanese sweets shops in Tokyo.

Kosuke KurodaKosuke Kuroda2018.04.29

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