When it comes to deciding where to stay, especially in a big metropolitan city like Tokyo, it can be very confusing. You type “hotel” or “hostel” into Google and thousands of results pop up. Let's...
Everything you need to know before a night out in Tokyo
Is there a particular dress code for Tokyo nightlife? What to bring for a night out in Tokyo? Are tattoos, sandals or shorts allowed? We’re here to answer your questions and put your worries to...
Best Drunk Food for your night out in Japan
If you’re having a late-night out drinking, you’ll inevitably get the munchies and want drunk food. It’s probably been hours since you had dinner and, after a drink too many, your body begins...
Every single Japanese alcohol and Japanese mixers you must try
What do you think of when you hear “Japanese alcohol”? Most people probably think of “sake”. Did you know that the word “sake” literally means “alcohol” in general in Japanese? If you have had...
Day drinking in Tokyo, where to go and what to do
Whether you’re on holiday, enjoying a day off, or an alcohol connoisseur, day drinking or park-drinking is one of those sweet nectars in life! Since drinking on the streets is legal in Japan, some...
Strong Zero, Japan’s notorious “black out” chuhai drink
If you’ve ever been to Japan, you’ll probably have seen the Japanese drink, Strong Zero, in convenience stores or supermarkets. You may have even been persuaded to try one. If you haven’t tried...
Ultimate Guide to Being Music Festival Ready in Japan
Line-ups are starting to appear, tickets are selling out, and it’s about time to start to get festival ready for that one-of-a-kind festival experience you’ve been dreaming of! Here are some music...
A Tokyo Newbie’s Top 5 Nightlife Bar Picks
In the last month, I’ve been to dozens of bars all over Tokyo, and I’ve loved every second of it—from the achingly hip bars in Shimokitazawa to the bold and garish glow of Shinjuku, even the hip...
Japanese Phrases for Drinking on Your Night Out in Tokyo
Are you planning a night out in Japan? Here are some useful Japanese phrases for drinking on your night out! Even if you don't speak Japanese, you can use these phrases to help you navigate around!...
The must-try Classic Japanese Beers and Japanese Craft Beers
Beer is a massive part of drinking in Japan. Japanese beers are the most popular alcoholic beverage drunk at home, bars and izakayas. If you are a fan of beer, you need to check out both the classic...
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Hey friend!
Just like you, we are foreigners from all around the world.
When we first arrived in Tokyo, we all found this city to be overwhelming, not sure where to begin.
During the years that we have lived here in Japan, we have discovered and visited countless famous tourist attractions as well as unique and underground places.
We are now proud to say that we are experts of Japan and would love to share the knowledge with all of you!