Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Tokyo, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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Culture
It might seem like stating the obvious, but Japan is very Japanese. Even Tokyo, its most cosmopolitan city, is far from multicultural. Nationally, immigrants make up little more than 1%... read more
Language
For many people contemplating a move to Tokyo, the Japanese language can seem like a impossible barrier to enjoying life in the city. But there’s no need to be intimidated. The city is... read more
Religion
The Japanese have a pragmatic, flexible approach to religion that can seem puzzling to devout westerners. Nominally split between Buddhism and Shintō (the country’s indigenous... read more
National Dress
A first-timer to Japan could be forgiven for thinking that the country’s national dress includes dark suit and tie for men, and Gucci handbag for women. But while western clothing has... read more
Food & Drink
Japan has one of the world’s finest cuisines, but little of it is actually known outside the country. Sushi and sashimi are familiar to most, but delicacies such as okonomiyaki (a grilled... read more
