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Mogufull: Products, experiences and donating to a good cause
Furusato Nozei can seem confusing, especially if you don’t have a furusato (home town) in Japan. But the process of contributing some of your tax money to a certain region of Japan is open to anyone living in the country, and Mogufull hopes to make that process easier. Learn how they are doing so with…
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SIZUKU: Music beyond language barriers
SIZUKU is one of the latest Japanese artists to show us all that music surpasses borders and language barriers. See my interview with her and her producer here: https://metropolisjapan.com/sizuku
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Tokyo’s Connection to the World Inspires Creativity
Creative director for Design Anthology, Jeremy Smart frequently travels between Haneda Airport and a number of places in the Asia-Pacific. When he manages to stay still in Tokyo, though, he dedicates a lot of his time to the conveniently connected Tokyo neighborhood of Tomigaya in Shibuya City. See my interview and photography with Jeremy Smart…
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Organic and Earth-Friendly Markets in and Around Tokyo
As the interest in sustainable living grows, so does the number of markets in Japan offering fun ways to achieve that lifestyle. Take a break from the faceless chain supermarkets and shops, and say hello to the local producers who come to sell their products face to face. See my article with Metropolis here: https://metropolisjapan.com/organic-and-earth-friendly-markets-in-and-around-tokyo
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Tech and Retro in Tokyo
For many people, the lasting image of tech in Tokyo is that of robots and sci-fi-level gadgetry. But when news editor Sarah Hilton moved to the city in 2018, it was the contrast between the historic and the conveniently futuristic found in everyday life in Tokyo that she found most fascinating. See my interview and…
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The Community of Sento in Tokyo with Dina Kartit
Dina Kartit’s work in Japan was somewhat fleeting, but that cannot diminish the strong love of sento she formed while she was here. Sento are shared Japanese bathhouses. More casual than onsen (hot spring baths), Kartit found them a wonderful source of relaxation and exploration. See my interview with the former Timeout Tokyo writer here:…
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Warming words for this chilly season
Japanese winters can get pretty damn cold, depending on where you are. But there are tons of ways to warm up, like snuggling under a kotatsu (underheated table). To go with those warming ways are a ton of warming words, too. Take a look at how to express that warmth in Japanese in my Japan…
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6 Best Student Accommodations in Tokyo
In my latest client-sponsored article for Tokyo Cheapo, I explore some of the temporary living options in Tokyo, and why Waseda should be an area for you to consider for your stay. https://tokyocheapo.com/living/student-accommodation-tokyo/ #Sponsored
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The linguistic influence of tea in Japan is more than ceremonial
Tea obviously has a huge role in Japanese history and culture, but to what extent does that flow over into the language? Learn some tea-related words with me in this language piece for the Japan Times (behind paywall): https://www.japantimes.co.jp/life/2023/10/13/language/japanese-vocabulary-tea-ceremony/
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An ovenless Christmas ‘roast’ for your tiny Japanese kitchen
Living in Japan can make it a bit difficult to make the same food you might be used to back home. This recipe uses a stovetop technique to replicate the flavours of roast beef without using an oven. See my recipe on the Japan Times (behind paywall): https://www.japantimes.co.jp/life/2023/12/17/food-drink/christmas-roast-kitchen/
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Cassandra Lord - Japan Content Creator 