These 10 love hotels are perfect whether you’re a first-timer or a veteran ‘rabuho’ guest. savvytokyo.com/japans-love-ho…

Summertime in Japan leaves just as quickly as it comes. After throngs of summer festivals and one too many shaved ice bowls under a fireworks-dotted sky, fall is around the corner, and winter isn't far behind. savvytokyo.com/10-ways-kinosa…

Looking for cheap but practical goods for little ones? You really can’t beat Japan’s 100 yen stores! savvytokyo.com/100-yen-shop-m…

It's easy to get caught up in the cult of cute, cute, cute. But where did the word "kawaii" come from, and is the sexism that can come with it really all that innocent? savvytokyo.com/sexism-culture…

Tokyo’s internet and manga cafes are much more than a place to browse the web. As 24-hour spaces to work, play, eat, shower and sleep, they’re a second home to some. But they can also be off-putting to women. Luckily, Tokyo has plenty of women-friendly… savvytokyo.com/women-friendly…

Get to know a new trend in Japan: marrying for companionship rather than love. Read on to learn more about this intriguing life choice. savvytokyo.com/all-about-frie…

Time to kiss summer goodbye as we head into the start of fall. Here are some events to get you planning. savvytokyo.com/tokyo-events-f…

In the Japanese language, there are several different words to refer to a woman, but depending on the word you choose, the meaning can be worlds different. savvytokyo.com/many-ways-say-…

Prevent any colds and boost your immune system with these five age-old natural cures. savvytokyo.com/5-natural-japa…

Expectations and experiences when raising bilingual kids. savvytokyo.com/speech-delays-…

Summer is around the corner. I can feel it on my skin. The hot, heavy air; the gentle sizzle you feel on your shoulders when you step outside. If you’ve never experienced a summer in the concrete jungle, you’re in for a ride. savvytokyo.com/the-weird-and-…

Everything a girl needs to know about these pay-by-the-hour ubiquitous rendezvous spots. savvytokyo.com/japans-love-ho…

No need to rush your order, sit in crammed seats or burn your tongue minutes before your next meeting. Time has stopped here — welcome to Tokyo's best traditional kissaten. savvytokyo.com/step-back-time…

From power struggles to peer pressure, here are 10 types of intimidation you’ll encounter in Japan—and some ways to turn the tables. savvytokyo.com/7-types-of-har…

What is the nightlife like in Tokyo—perspectives from both Japanese and Foreign women. savvytokyo.com/a-savvy-guide-…

This time of year, you’ll find exhibitions that celebrate the season’s harvest, ikebana or textile works that harness fall plants and flowers, or hands-on workshops that, much like the season, inspire creative change. savvytokyo.com/10-autumn-art-…