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Bento: Savvy’s Guide To Japan’s Packed Lunch Box
From far-flung battlefields to your nearest convenience store, bento has come a long way, let's dig into this Japanese lunch box!
5 Japanese Hair Products To Try This Spring 2025
Winter’s dry air may have damaged your hair, but spring is about renewal. Try these Japanese hair products to refresh your style this spring!
Vegan in Japan: An Impossible Task?
Some might say it is nearly impossible to live or travel being a vegan in Japan, but is it? Let's examine the three challenges.
LGBTQ+ in Japan: Women Dating Women
Imagine looking for an LGBTQ+ partner in Japan, where much of the population rarely discusses sexual orientation.
What Makes Code Quest Japan’s Most Dynamic Tech Camp?
Code Quest is the summer camp that transforms children's love of video games into real-world tech skills! Here are five reasons it's so loved.
Constipation in Japan: “Can’t Go”
Hilary Keyes answers anonymous questions from readers on what to do if you're having constipation in Japan.
5 Hair Accessories You’ll See Everywhere in Tokyo This Spring 2025
The fashion scene blossoms with hair accessories that add flair and freshness to any look in Tokyo this spring.
Babysitting Services in Japan
Juggling a job and family life is no mean feat. Here's a guide into the best babysitting services in Japan.
6 Do’s and Don’ts On Your First Date in Japan
Dating in Japan takes some cultural awareness and the ability to adapt and compromise. Here are our top tips for your first date in Japan.
The Worst (& Best) White Day Experinces: Women Share Their Stories
The best and worst stories from Japanese and Western women on their Valentine's Day payback aka White Day.
Visiting A Japanese Hair Salon: Useful Phrases
Do you want to get a new hairdo but feel nervous about going to a Japanese hair salon? Here's our guide to help you get through it!
Cherry Blossom Cosmetics for 2025
This year’s limited-edition cherry blossom cosmetics can level up your makeup, skincare, and haircare just in time for spring.
Yochien: How to Survive the First Year of Kindergarten in Japan
Feeling jittery about your kid entering kindergarten in Japan? If that's the case, here are some tips on what to expect and how to cope.
Organic Food in Japan: 10 Tips For Buying It
Dear fellow conscious foodies, let me share the tips that helped me, to help you buy organic food in Japan.
How Safe is Tokyo for Women & Families?
Here's the answer to the question: How safe is Tokyo for women and families? Learn the facts and how to protect yourself and your family.
Tokyo Events For March 2025
Discover the top Tokyo events for March 2025! From traditional Japanese festivals to unique experiences here's what you shouldn't miss.
Dating Another Foreigner in Japan
There's something about Tokyo that brings people from all over the world together. Here's what dating another foreigner in Japan can be like.
Celebrating International Women’s Day in Japan 2025
Looking for a fun way to celebrate International Women’s Day in Japan? Here are 10 inspiring events to get you involved this March!
English-Language Restaurant Reservation Sites in Japan
Let’s compare eight English language restaurant reservation booking sites in Japan for every budget and diet.
5 Differences Between Japanese & Western Diet Approaches
Ever wondered how different cultural diets can affect you? Here are some key differences between the Japanese and Western diet approaches.
10 Of Japan’s Best Children’s Books in English
Here are some of Japan's best children's books translated into English for your little ones to enjoy. Let your imagination roam free!
Letters from Japan: “Why Do I Have To Pay?”
Savvy Tokyo's resident "Love in Japan" columnist, Hilary Keyes, answers the anonymous question, "why do I have to pay on a date in Japan?"
Kodo: The Japanese Art of Incense Appreciation
Intense. Overwhelming. Steeped in history. Surreal. These are some of the words that describe kodo, Japanese incense appreciation.
Meet Carine Lantignac, Artist, Entrepreneur & Creator of Mapponica
Carine Lantignac has woven her experiences of travel, culture and personal identity into her art—leading to the creation of Mapponica.
Shopping Etiquette in Japan
Japan is a shopper’s paradise. However, the rules of shopping etiquette in Japan may differ from those in your home country.
Hay Fever in Japan: 10 Products To Help You Fight It
From air purifiers to fashion masks, here are 10 essential products that will help you with hay fever in Japan. Bless you!
9 Gifts For Expecting Mothers That They’ll Genuinely Love
Here are the nine best gifts for expecting mothers and new parents that they actually want to receive. Treat the new momma-to-be!
Japanese Superfoods: Yuba
The culinary possibilities of fresh yuba are limitless. But what exactly is it, and how do you cook with it?
Handling The ‘What’s Your Type?’ Question in Japan
No, 'someone nice' is not the right an answer! Here's how to correctly answer "What's your type?" in Japan.
10 Japanese Books in Translation to Read in 2025
Let’s think about less brain rot and more brain growth! Here are 10 Japanese books in translation for 2025 to add to your reading list.
Japanese Reality Dating Shows to Binge this Valentine’s Day
Since Netflix revamped the reality hit Terrace House, countless shows have followed. But which Japanese dating shows are worth your time?
Timeless Marriage Advice For Women
Elderly women's marriage advice for women could be considered controversial now, but in practical terms, they still apply.
Valentine’s Day Gifts Japanese Men Want From Women
Take notes on choosing the perfect Valentine's Day gifts in Japan using these real-life opinions from Japanese men.
5 Japanese Gifts To Give Yourself This Valentine’s Day
Single or in a relationship, you're an independent woman who knows you deserve these Japanese gifts to give yourself this year.
Best Outdoor Date Ideas for Valentine’s in Tokyo
Looking for a different date spot this winter? Check out our list of 10 great outdoor date ideas in Tokyo and let your love keep you warm.
15 Matchmaking Shrines in Tokyo to Visit for Love
Have you ever prayed for love? Did it work? If not, here's a list of matchmaking shrines in Tokyo for love.
Celebrating Valentine’s Day in Japan
The so-called "female art" of cooking, decorating and witchcraft take center stage when Valentine’s Day in Japan rolls around.
Reading Japanese Food Labels: Kanji Cheatsheet
A cheat sheet of all you need to know when reading Japanese food labels for efficient and safe grocery shopping in Japan.
A Foreign Girl’s Guide On How To Discuss Sex With Your Japanese Guy
How the heck do you comfort your guy if he’s worried about his size? Here's how to discuss sex with your Japanese guy.
Tokyo Events For February 2025
February in Tokyo sets the stage for romance from light-up events to hot cocktail fairs. Check out our top Tokyo events for February 2025.
6 Healthy Japanese Snacks For You and Your Kids
Add some adventure to your snack time as you teach your child good food habits through culinary courage with these healthy Japanese snacks.
Here’s How To Make Your Own Ehomaki This Setsubun
What's up with those long thick sushi rolls sold all over Japan this time of year? They're called ehomaki, and you eat it during Setsubun.
Setsubun: Japan’s Beloved Bean-Throwing Holiday
Mark the beginning of spring by scaring away all evil around you—with beans—this Setsubun! Learn all about this unofficial holiday.
2 Keys To Making Multilingual Relationships Work
Multilingual relationships in Japan have their own quirks—and need adaptable people to really make them work!
6 Things I Wish Someone Had Told Me About Job Hunting in Japan
Looking for a job in Japan can be like climbing Mt. Everest—in a snowstorm and in heels. Here's some personal advice!
Facing The ‘Two-Year Mark’ in Japan: Should I Stay or Should I Go?
As I reached my two-year mark in Japan, I started to hear that I should be expecting changes in my life...
Perimenopause & Menopause in Japan
Here's how to best cope with perimenopause and menopause while living in Japan. May your experience be easy and relatively stress-free!
How Did Women’s Empowerment in Japan Unfold in 2024?
Women's empowerment in Japan took great strides in 2024. Let’s learn about last year’s successes and challenges!
Letters From Japan: “We’re Dating, But He Won’t Let Me Call Him My ‘Boyfriend.’ Is Something Wrong?”
Read Hilary's response to this letter: "We're Dating, But He Won't Let Me Call Him My 'Boyfriend.' Is Something Wrong?"
5 Powerful Japanese Year of the Snake Women
Looking back at the history of modern Japan, we’ll highlight the Japanese year of the snake women who have had a lasting impact.