Forget the guidebooks—we asked long-time Tokyo residents where they really escape for fresh air, and their answers reveal hidden gems beyond the usual suspects.
By Tokyo Lifestyle Desk · 30 June 2026 · 2 min read
As hybrid work reshapes demand and yields compress, Tokyo's commercial real estate landscape is shifting faster than ever—and smart operators are already repositioning.
By Tokyo Business Desk · 30 June 2026 · 2 min read
As established venues like the National Theatre and Shibuya's underground circuit nurture a new generation, independent creators are redefining what Japanese performance can be.
From Minato's football pitches to Shibuya's indoor courts, recreational clubs delivered drama, heartbreak and celebration across the capital this week.
As tensions simmer in the Middle East and supply chains fracture worldwide, Tokyo entrepreneurs in hospitality and retail are adapting pricing strategies and inventory tactics to weather an increasingly unpredictable economic landscape.
By Tokyo Business Desk · 30 June 2026 · 2 min read
From Imperial Palace running circuits to neighbourhood health centres, here's how Tokyo's 65+ population accesses world-class active ageing support without breaking the bank.
By Tokyo Wellness Desk · 30 June 2026 · 2 min read
With average prices hitting ¥55 million across the metropolis, new buyers face a complex landscape of competing pressures—but targeted grants and strategic financing options remain viable pathways into Tokyo's competitive market.
By Tokyo Property Desk · 30 June 2026 · 2 min read
From Shimokitazawa to Koenji, a grassroots movement of independent operators and food collectives is challenging Tokyo's rigid dining hierarchy and building spaces where experimentation thrives.
As major projects rise in Shibuya, Shinjuku and the outer metro belt, vacancy rates are shifting—creating both opportunities and challenges for tenants navigating a transformed housing landscape.
By Tokyo Property Desk · 30 June 2026 · 2 min read
As established collectors pivot toward younger artists, a generation of Tokyo-based creators is capturing gallery attention—and redefining what contemporary Japanese art means in 2026.
From the Arakawa cycling route to specialist training hubs in Shibuya, the capital's investment in venues and pathways is transforming amateur athletes into serious competitors.
A Shibuya-based firm's breakthrough in perovskite tandem solar cells is catching the eye of major utilities and could reshape Japan's renewable energy timeline.
