#tokyo

#tokyo

With a trip to Tokyo in my calendar, I knew I had to visit Blue Lug, as it's often called the best bike shop in the world.

At first I thought it was coming from my hair or the bed sheets, but then I realized it was coming from under the bed.

I really got good at observing people.

Loewe's exhibition in Tokyo showcases the brand's transformation from a leather workshop to a global fashion house, featuring immersive experiences and designs.

Tokyo's parks are alive with locals and tourists who are taking part in 'hanami' picnics, celebrating the arrival of cherry blossom season just before its peak.

"One solution was inhabiting their voice and interiority directly in first-person exercises independent from the book."

The anticipation was palpable at Haneda airport, where hundreds of fans gathered, only to be met with a 130-foot temporary wall shielding the Dodgers' arrival.

The Adidas Samba has dominated the sneaker scene for years, transcending its athletic roots to become a streetwear icon embraced by celebrities.

Travis Japan embodies the vibrant and competitive J-pop culture, leveraging individual talents of its members to enhance the group's profile in a bustling entertainment landscape.

The Ritz-Carlton, Tokyo, understands the art of arrival, providing a serene check-in experience high above the bustling city, catering to guests needing quiet luxury.

Kengo Kuma's Christmas tree sculptures exemplify a harmonious blend of festive tradition and sustainability, using locally sourced materials that transform post-holiday into functional art.

The game center’s history as a Sega arcade leaves many cool classics available to ride, from Manx TT Super Bike machines to a Rad Mobile game.

Fran Healy, known for his role as singer and songwriter of Travis, experienced a major breakthrough with the band's second album, selling more than 3.5 million copies worldwide.

Tokyo's government has announced a significant policy shift to introduce a four-day workweek for its employees starting April 2025, a move aiming to increase the alarming birthrate. Governor Yuriko Koike emphasized that this initiative is designed to counteract the record-low fertility rate in Japan, which has seen a continuing decline for the past 16 years. The new work schedule aims to enhance work-life balance, while also making it easier for couples to consider having children amid the increasing pressures of work.

Rizin Fighting Federation's Rizin 49 Decade on Dec. 31 features lightweight champ Roberto Satoshi vs. Vugar Karamov, with exciting bouts across various weight classes.

Alaska Airlines is launching new non-stop flights from Seattle to Tokyo starting May 2025, followed by Seoul later in October 2025, enhancing direct access to Asia.

The Oboro Silver Moon Calendar is a bold response to the trend of digital distractions, celebrating design and craftsmanship while redefining time tracking with style and purpose.

The "Santa Parade Tokyo" event, which began in 2018, has seen thousands dress as Santa Claus to spread holiday cheer and also deliver gifts to around 1,000 hospitalized children across Japan. This charitable initiative not only brings joy during the festive season but also directs funds to pediatric patients, thereby enhancing the lives of young ones battling serious health issues.

"ULTRA STUDIO has transformed a cramped Tokyo office by installing a large table that divides the space while allowing workers to convene and work together. The design concept reimagines how multiple companies can share a compact work space, incorporating faux beams and a column to organize the office while maintaining an open, collaborative environment."

"CRYSTAL's third album, 'In A Cocktail Glass,' delivers a wistful explosion of urban pop and techno kayō, capturing the whimsical essence of 80s TV commercials and trendy dramas."

Tokyo's tax office is auctioning off a seized Ferrari NV 488 Pista Spider, estimated at $390,000, along with other luxury items for tax collection.

In the Japanese capital, Tokyo, streets and subways were submerged as around 100 millimeters of rain fell in one hour in Minato-ku, with manhole covers blowing off in Nishi-Shinjuku.

"If you're traveling to Japan (especially outside of the winter months) check to see what Matsuri festivals are going on. Matsuri festivals celebrate culture, community, and religion, usually on one of the many public/national holidays Japan has. They're a great way to see Japan's culture in full swing: dancing, drums, parades, floats, fabulous food stalls, and street drinking."