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Beyond Shin-Okubo: The New Map of Korea-Tokyo Communities & Business 2026
Tokyo’s Korean community has expanded beyond the geographical boundaries of Shin-Okubo. From the global elite networks in Azabu to the K-Startup hub in Toranomon, we provide an in-depth look at the evolving status and business bases of Koreans in Tokyo as of 2026.
- Local 5 min read
Intellectual Exploration with Kids in Tokyo: 2026 Edutainment Museum BEST 5
Tokyo is a massive laboratory and playground for children. From cutting-edge robotics to dinosaur fossils and immersive media art. We introduce five must-visit educational museums in Tokyo for families traveling in 2026.
- Local 6 min read
Nihonbashi to Hamacho: A Walking Guide Where Edo Pride Meets Modernity 2026
From the starting point of Japan's highways at Nihonbashi to the 'Craftsman City' of Hamacho. We explore the 2026 landscape of Tokyo's deepest charm, with practical tips on restaurants, prices, transport, and residential investment signals.
- Local 5 min read
The Two Hearts of Tokyo’s Morning: Tsukiji and Toyosu, 2026 Transformations
From the 80-year history of the Tsukiji Outer Market to the modern culinary hub of Toyosu Senkyaku Banrai. We provide a smart guide to exploring these areas as of 2026, focusing on both gastronomic experiences and the massive redevelopment projects underway.
- Local 7 min read
From Ginza to Marunouchi: A DNA Walking Guide to Tokyo's Wealth and Tradition 2026
From Ginza, boasting the highest land prices in Japan for 20 consecutive years, to Marunouchi, the heart of finance and business. We walk the 1.5km route where Tokyo's past and future intersect most vividly, with practical tips on transport, costs, and investment signals.
- Life 3 min read
Finding a Home in Tokyo: 2 Keys to Lease Contracts That Protect Your Rights
Rental contracts in Japan are very different from those in many other countries. From the distinction between 'Ordinary' and 'Fixed-term' leases to the strict rules on 'Restoration,' we provide a practical guide for foreign residents and investors.
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