Alina Joan Ito, Author at Tokyo Weekender Japan's Premier English Magazine Fri, 23 Aug 2024 06:43:52 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.3 https://www.tokyoweekender.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/cropped-TW_red_512-1-512x502.png Alina Joan Ito, Author at Tokyo Weekender 32 32 Your September 2024 Horoscope https://www.tokyoweekender.com/entertainment/your-september-2024-horoscope/ https://www.tokyoweekender.com/entertainment/your-september-2024-horoscope/#respond Fri, 23 Aug 2024 06:43:52 +0000 https://www.tokyoweekender.com/?p=252464 We know it’s September – and Virgo season – when the summer heat starts feeling bearable and students have gotten back into the rhythm of zipping up their bags for school. Virgos are detail-oriented and effective planners, and we can all borrow from their energy this month while we shed the remnants of dramatic Leo […]

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]]> https://www.tokyoweekender.com/entertainment/your-september-2024-horoscope/feed/ 0 7 Affordable Michelin-Rated Restaurants in Tokyo https://www.tokyoweekender.com/food-and-drink/restaurants-and-bars/7-affordable-michelin-rated-restaurants-in-tokyo/ Tue, 20 Aug 2024 08:18:33 +0000 https://www.tokyoweekender.com/?p=252243 The Michelin guide is the gold standard of culinary ratings, and we all wouldn’t mind savoring dishes that are given the French tire company’s stamp of approval. Fortunately, experiencing a Michelin-rated restaurant doesn’t have to break the bank, despite its reputation for being illustrious and fancy. There are plenty of restaurants in Tokyo that have […]

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]]> An Essential Earthquake Survival Guide: How To Be Prepared for Japan’s Megaquake https://www.tokyoweekender.com/japan-life/an-essential-earthquake-survival-guide-how-to-be-prepared-for-japans-megaquake/ Wed, 14 Aug 2024 09:38:16 +0000 https://www.tokyoweekender.com/?p=252072 Japan has earthquakes year-round, and it’s always scary to get an alert on your phone about a potential tremor coming in your direction. Though it’s impossible to predict the next big quake, you can ease some anxiety by being prepared. Here are some big tips about what you should do before an earthquake and things […]

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]]> Japan Travel Essentials https://www.tokyoweekender.com/travel/japan-travel-essentials/ Fri, 09 Aug 2024 15:16:06 +0000 https://www.tokyoweekender.com/?p=251897 Japan is and always will be a hot tourist destination. It has its own distinct culture and is comparatively safe. You always hear about souvenirs you should bring back from Japan, but what should you bring here? There aren’t many essential items in Japan that you can’t buy after you arrive. However, you still want […]

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]]> What Sanrio Character Are You Based on Your Zodiac Sign? https://www.tokyoweekender.com/entertainment/what-sanrio-character-are-you-based-on-your-zodiac-sign/ Fri, 09 Aug 2024 09:37:18 +0000 https://www.tokyoweekender.com/?p=251829 Sanrio is undoubtedly the leading force creating the cutest mascots in Japan. The beautiful thing about Sanrio characters is that they’re created solely for the purpose of being adorable and providing comfort to people. As a result, each character is lovable not just due to their appearance, but also because of their personalities. Find out […]

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]]> Real-Life Locations That Inspired My Neighbor Totoro https://www.tokyoweekender.com/entertainment/anime-and-manga/real-life-locations-that-inspired-my-neighbor-totoro/ Tue, 06 Aug 2024 09:53:34 +0000 https://www.tokyoweekender.com/?p=251475 Studio Ghibli films have taken viewers on a magical journey for decades. One of the most popular Miyazaki films has to be My Neighbor Totoro, its fluffy titular character serving as a mascot of Ghibli. While creating the film, Miyazaki took ample inspiration from the lush forestry and quaint countryside charm across Japan. In fact, […]

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]]> Are Dai and Shun from Netflix’s ‘The Boyfriend’ Still Together? https://www.tokyoweekender.com/entertainment/movies-tv/are-dai-and-shun-from-netflixs-the-boyfriend-still-together/ Mon, 05 Aug 2024 08:08:04 +0000 https://www.tokyoweekender.com/?p=251668 This summer, Japanese Netflix made history by releasing The Boyfriend, a gay romance reality TV show that centers on a cast of young men living together in a shared home. The show had plenty of drama and quite a lot of heart-fluttering moments, while also discussing meatier topics like LGBTQ rights and visibility. Ever since […]

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]]> A Complete Guide to Chiyoda City: What to Do in Akihabara, Jimbocho and More https://www.tokyoweekender.com/tw-collabs/a-complete-guide-to-chiyoda-city-what-to-do-in-akihabara-jimbocho-and-more/ Wed, 31 Jul 2024 09:46:06 +0000 https://www.tokyoweekender.com/?p=251320 Even if you’re not super familiar with the specifics of Tokyo’s 23 wards, chances are you’ve been to Chiyoda, which encompasses everything from some of the busiest to some of the most quaint areas in Tokyo. Chiyoda city is home to the Imperial Palace, the electric anime district Akihabara, the book district Jimbocho and Tokyo […]

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]]> Hiker’s Guide to Nagasaki: 5 Amazing Trails To Check Out https://www.tokyoweekender.com/tw-collabs/hikers-guide-to-nagasaki-5-amazing-trails-to-check-out/ Wed, 31 Jul 2024 08:44:10 +0000 https://www.tokyoweekender.com/?p=251343 Nagasaki, located on the tip of the southwestern island of Kyushu, is characterized by its harbor cities and the rolling hills that flank them. It also has hundreds of islands, ranging in size from major, inhabited islands to tiny islets. The prefecture has beautiful, varied landscapes, including volcanic formations, mountains and sea views.  One of […]

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]]> Nagasaki Islands: The Ultimate Adventure Guide https://www.tokyoweekender.com/tw-collabs/nagasaki-islands-the-ultimate-adventure-guide/ Wed, 31 Jul 2024 07:11:11 +0000 https://www.tokyoweekender.com/?p=251317 Nagasaki is the prefecture with the most islands in all of Japan, boasting well over 500 of them. In addition to larger, populated islands like Tsushima and the Goto Islands, it contains several uninhabited islets, each with its own distinct charms. But whether inhabited or not, each of Nagasaki’s islands is rife with stunning natural […]

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