The event lineup for this week is made of several cultural events celebrating Taiwan, Thailand, Germany and Japanese history. Get up, get out and have a great time before we head into warmer days. Sawadee Ka Thai Festival At Yoyogi Park The popular annual Thai festival returns to Yoyogi Park for a celebration of the…
A piece of traditional Japanese history is being rediscovered as an eco-friendly method of wrapping gifts and carrying goods. Furoshiki is a Japanese art form of aesthetically folding square-shaped material for practical purposes, such as wrapping gifts, transporting daily items or even as decoration. Incorporating traditional Japanese history into gift-giving celebrations has elevated the art…
More travelers are turning to travel advisors to minimize some of the pandemic-induced hassles of … [+] planning and taking trips. getty If you think planning, booking, and taking a trip has become far more complicated than it was in the past, you’re right. An increasing number of once do-it-yourself travelers are turning to professional…
As the days start warming up, spending time outdoors exploring the city has never been more exciting. May you enjoy all the events lined up in and around Tokyo this week. Have a good one! © Photo by GaijinPot Chat With Other Foreigners GaijinPot Meet 3: May Mexican Restaurant Mixer The third installment in a…
Moving can be stressful even for adults, with all of the packing and administrative tasks piled on top of a regular workload. When that is combined with negotiating with the wants and whims of children as well, things can feel especially hectic. Disclaimer: I’m a big fan of moving. I find it exciting to use…
It’s beginning to smell a lot like spring and summer, everywhere you go. If you’ve been searching for a new fragrance to ring in the warmer weather, well look no further. Savvy Tokyo has rounded up the best summer fragrances that are guaranteed to turn heads. During the colder months, we reached out for the…
And the grand prize goes to… Unfortunately the peak of the sakura season this year was seen with so much wind and rain. However, we were so happy to see our readers head out to capture a picture of the beautiful blossoms this year anyway. We were simply amazed at the immense talent and creativity…
We introduce spring themed Photography and Western art exhibitions for you to enjoy in this cool and sunny weather. Sandwiched between Tokyo’s cold winter and scorching summer is the spring, most famous for the blooming of the cherry (cherry blossom) trees and the sweet colorful dango (rice cakes) that line up in carts during seasonal…
This week is for exploring the different events happening all across town. From great meals at the Taiwan Festival to spending your evenings listening to the most talented jazz artists, there’s so much to do and what better time than now? Craft Your Life Japan Hobby Show Pull your sleeves up and keep your hands…
Afro-hair care can be complicated while living overseas, but with some careful research your hair can thrive—just like going back home. Japanese hair salons have a strong reputation for the quality and service they provide. Even something as simple as a bob cut requires hours of concentration to get the angles just right. Then, at…