As the metropolitan government fast-tracks urban redevelopment in central wards, longtime residents and small business owners warn that affordability safeguards are falling short.
From Ginza's establishment institutions to Roppongi's experimental collectives, the city's evolving art scene is challenging tradition while anchoring a new creative identity.
The storied Chuo Ward swimming powerhouse clinches four relay medals at the National Championships, positioning themselves as medal favorites for the 2028 Los Angeles Games.
From structured walking groups in Yoyogi to physiotherapy-led fitness classes in Shibuya, Tokyo's wellness sector is rapidly reshaping what it means to age well.
By Tokyo Wellness Desk · 30 June 2026 · 2 min read
From Shibuya's renewable energy initiatives to neighbourhood microgrids in Chiyoda, clean technology is quietly transforming how millions of Tokyoites power their homes and commute.
A sweeping urban renewal project has transformed one of Tokyo's most iconic pedestrian intersections, bringing new safety features and public spaces to the world's busiest crossing.
Recent property auction data reveals a widening gap between seller expectations and buyer reality, signalling a market recalibration that could reshape affordability across Tokyo's concentric rings.
By Tokyo Property Desk · 30 June 2026 · 2 min read
As participation numbers climb across the capital's fitness centres, emerging trends show how Tokyo's approach to health and exercise is fundamentally changing.
A surge of venture funding and corporate partnerships is reshaping the capital's startup ecosystem, but founders warn that survival depends on speed and specialization.
As digital banking and payment platforms reshape Japan's financial landscape, professionals eyeing the sector face both unprecedented opportunity and fierce competition for roles.
As startups flood Shibuya and venture capital flows freely, Japan's tech hub grapples with labor exploitation, data privacy gaps, and questions about who truly benefits from the boom.
A unique blend of rigid bureaucracy, grassroots innovation, and aging demographics has forced Japan's capital to pioneer smart city solutions that prioritize human-centered design over pure automation.
Yuki Tanaka's journey from a Shibuya WeWork desk to leading Japan's most-funded AI startup reveals how Tokyo is becoming Asia's deep-tech hub for industrial innovation.
By Tokyo Business Desk · 30 June 2026 · 2 min read
