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Sushi chef Daisuke Shimazaki is renowned for serving classic Edomae nigirizushi in an inviting and comfortable environment at Sushi Yuu, a second-generation restaurant on a quiet residential backstreet in Nishi-Azabu. Authentic Edomae…

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As the temperature starts to dip around Kamakura, we finally start to witness the city’s autumn colors, from yellow ginkgo leaves to vibrant red maple ones. As it is December though, many…

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What’s New in Chiba This Month: December 2021

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In the last month of 2021, Chiba is celebrating the holiday with some sparkly lights and winter flowers. Shops and restaurants bring out their Christmas specials, offering some great feasts that should…

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Tokyo Parenting: “For two years now, I’ve been a full-time mom”

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