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JoJo’s Bizarre Drinking Adventure in Osaka

Mar 6, 2017

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I know next to nothing about JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure — despite it celebrating a 30th anniversary this year, I’ve never been particularly interested in checking out the series, although I have a few friends who seem to enjoy it quite a bit. One of these friends is Daniel Feit, who has written a really fun piece…

The Bank

Nov 19, 2016

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Jean Snow

in Architecture, Design, Nightlife

I’m not sure if I already new about The Bank or not — a bar located in a space near Yokohama that previously housed a bank — but it’s great to hear that it has re-opened, and it’s a spot I’d love to check out someday. Interesting to hear that it was Masamichi Katayama’s first project…

Halloween in Shibuya

Oct 29, 2016

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Jean Snow

in Nightlife, Photography

Halloween being a big deal in Japan is a new-ish thing, and it’s been growing over the past few years. Pictured, costumed revellers out and about in downtown Shibuya this weekend. Found via this tweet.

Tokyo Venues for Audiophiles

Oct 23, 2016

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Jean Snow

in Music, Nightlife, Photography

Here’s a nice big feature on some of the best venues to check out in Tokyo for audiophiles, and includes some really beautiful photography for each spot. Pictured, Oath in Aoyama.

Tokyo Geek Bars

Oct 21, 2016

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Jean Snow

in Games, Nightlife

Time Out Tokyo has a fun list of geeky bars in Tokyo, topped with the classic 16 Shots video game-themed bar (pictured).

Portland in Tokyo

Aug 31, 2016

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Jean Snow

in Cafes, Food, Nightlife, Tokyo Walking

This was definitely something that I was already seeing before I left Tokyo, and I see that it has continued with gusto. I’m referring to the growing love of all things Portland in Tokyo, via quirky cafes/bars that go as far as serving imported craft beers from the city. Here’s a piece that offers up…

Beers in the Park, Hitachino Edition

Aug 2, 2011

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Jean Snow

in Food, Nightlife, Tokyo Walking

I’ve often described how I enjoy drinking beers while out and about — street beers, yo — and since the closure of the Minami-Ikebukuro Park a few years ago, my main outlet in the ‘Bukes has been Ikebukuro West Gate Park. It’s more of a gathering place than a park, but it’s fun in part…

Kagaya on CNNGo

Mar 15, 2010

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Jean Snow

in Food, Meta, Nightlife

I have a new piece up on CNNGo, covering the “performance art” izakaya Kagaya in Shimbashi. Big thanks to my Rough Guides colleague Simon Richmond for introducing me to the spot — we had a great night of eating and drinking there a month back, which some of you may remember as a string of…

Sign for a Bar in Akihabara

Nov 30, 2009

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Jean Snow

in Design, Food, Nightlife

Spotted by Matt Alt in Akihabara: a sign for a bar, using a very recognizable casing.

Dr. Sketchy’s Exhibition Party

Nov 17, 2008

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Jean Snow

in Art, Events, Nightlife

I posted not too long ago about the Tokyo edition of Dr. Sketchy’s Anti-Art School, and this time it’s for an event organized by the group that doesn’t involve sketching. “Dr. Sketchy’s Exhibition Party” will showcase the works of participants — including pieces by Dr. Sketchy founder Molly Crabapple — with a few cabaret performances…

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