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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Cabaret & Strip Shows
Shinjuku and Roppongi are the main areas for strip clubs in Tokyo. They are not quite as elaborate as establishments in the west, nor are they as down and dirty as the notorious clubs in... read more
Cinemas
The Japanese are movie crazy and cinemas are abundant in Tokyo. Every major area has theatres, though Shinjuku, Shibuya and Ikebukuro have the lion’s share. Western films usually arrive a... read more
Comedy
There is a thriving expat comedy scene in Tokyo. Although there are no actual comedy clubs, there are troupes that perform at various venues around town. The popular Tokyo Comedy Store... read more
Concerts & Live Music
The Pit Inn holds a special place in the hearts of the Tokyo music community. While advertised as a jazz club, this moniker does not do it justice. Avant-garde experimentalists, Japanese... read more
DVD & Video Rental
From ordering online, picking up a DVD at your local train station, or the traditional approach of visiting your neighbourhood video shop, you’ll never be far from Hollywood. DVDs are... read more
Theatre
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Drama Groups p.218
Tokyo’s theatre scene is often overlooked by expat residents as they assume that everything is only in Japanese. While this is true of the bigger... read more
Party Organisers
Other options Party Accessories p.296
Tokyo is a party town and there are many organisers who can help you put together your own shindig. The majority of these event planners are of... read more
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