Shibuya, Tokyo's coolest ward, is offering international entrepreneurs free space, a good address and a wide range of support services. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2025/06/18/shibuya-foreign-startups/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #business #startups #shibuyaward #entrepreneurs #investments

“My vibe is kidnapped.” Atsuko Okatsuka’s upcoming special, "Father," mines comedy from gender expectations, failing as an adult and family drama — just in time for Father's Day. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/culture/2025/05/30/stage/atsuko-okatsuka-comedy/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #culture #stage #atsukookatsuka #comedy #tokyocomedybar #yuriecollins #shibuyaward #tokyo #standup #disneyplus #hulu

https://www.alojapan.com/1284591/luxury-tokyo-penthouse-sold-for-over-65-million-in-new-record/ Luxury Tokyo penthouse sold for over $65 million in new record #Harajuku #housing #inflation #LuxuryGoods #RealEstate #ShibuyaWard #Tokyo #TokyoTopics #wealth #東京 #東京都 A Tokyo penthouse developed by Swedish buyout firm EQT has sold for about ¥9.5 billion ($67 million), shedding light on the cost of buying into the city’s booming high-end property market. The four-bedroom apartment at Marq Omotesando One, a luxury low-rise development near the…

Fresh bread, international schools and a hint of bouillabaisse — is Tokyo's Hiroo neighborhood the ultimate expat dream, or a curated mirage? https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2025/04/13/issues/perfect-day-hiroo-tokyo/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #issues #hiroo #nishiazabu #shibuyaward #minatoward #expats #foreignresidents #embassies #realestate

https://www.alojapan.com/1245271/how-to-spend-the-perfect-day-in-hiroo-tokyos-expat-enclave/ How to spend the perfect day in Hiroo, Tokyo’s expat enclave #embassies #expats #ForeignResidents #hiroo #MinatoWard #nishiazabu #RealEstate #ShibuyaWard #Tokyo #TokyoTopics #東京 #東京都 Looking for a day of relaxation? Then head to Hiroo, arguably the swankiest residential neighborhood in central Tokyo. Just one stop from Ebisu Station on the Hibiya Line, Hiroo is an enclave on the border of Shibuya and Minato wards known for its international c…

The 11th edition of the annual blues, jazz and roots festival will also be its last, at least in its current form, but the core concept of the event will live on. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/culture/2024/10/11/music/peter-barakan-live-magic-finale/ #culture #music #peterbarakan #musicfestivals #livemagic #worldmusic #ebisu #shibuyaward #tokyo

While Tokyo's Harajuku remains a popular district, some say it has lost its shine from the late 80s and early 90s. Local efforts are looking to get its creative juices flowing again. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2024/05/02/harajuku-change/ #business #harajuku #shibuya #tokyo #tokyu #shibuyaward #buildings

A new landmark complex will make its debut in Harajuku next week, with the aim of becoming a new creative and cultural hub for individuals in the iconic fashion town. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2024/04/09/companies/harakado-preview/ #business #companies #harajuku #shibuya #tokyo #tokyu #shibuyaward #buildings

This year, Shibuya is cancelling Halloween. But if it aspires to 'icon' status, it shouldn't be turning people away. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/commentary/2023/10/30/japan/shibuya-halloween-cancelled-mistake/?utm_content=buffera6b50&utm_medium=social&utm_source=mastodon&utm_campaign=bffmstdn #commentary #japan #tokyo #shibuya #shibuyaward #halloween #kenhasebe #drinking #alcohol #localgovernment

Tokyo’s Shibuya Ward was prepared for a potentially raucous Halloween weekend on Saturday, but measures to deter costumed revelers from gathering in the trendy area — including a ban on street drinking — appeared to be relatively effective. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2023/10/29/japan/society/tokyo-shibuya-halloween-celebrations/?utm_content=buffera28f9&utm_medium=social&utm_source=mastodon&utm_campaign=bffmstdn #japan #society #kenhasebe #tokyo #shibuya #localgovernment #halloween #drinking #shibuyaward #alcohol

Shibuya Mayor Ken Hasebe is aiming to transform his hometown into something more mature and sophisticated — akin to London, Paris or New York. But he faces a host of challenges. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2023/10/26/japan/society/shibuya-mayor-ken-hasebe/?utm_content=buffer0090d&utm_medium=social&utm_source=mastodon&utm_campaign=bffmstdn #japan #society #kenhasebe #tokyo #shibuya #localgovernment #halloween #drinking #shibuyaward #alcohol

The deputy mayor of Tokyo's Shibuya Ward resigned Tuesday after criticism for mocking a female local assembly member, referring to her as "pig" in an online workplace chat and disclosing her address. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/japan/2023/08/09/shibuya-ward-deputy-mayor-resign/?utm_content=buffer66cdc&utm_medium=social&utm_source=mastodon&utm_campaign=bffmstdn #japan #shibuyaward #tokyo #localgovernment #gaffes

At any self-respecting sushi joint, it is the vinegared rice that underpins everything. Chef Marco Garcia puts just the same degree of care into his tortillas. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/life/2023/07/17/food/tokyo-food-file-tacos-bar-ebisu/?utm_content=bufferc752b&utm_medium=social&utm_source=mastodon&utm_campaign=bffmstdn #life #fooddrink #tokyo #mexicancuisine #seafood #shibuyaward #ebisu #omakase

German man suspected of spraying liquid on women in Shibuya https://www.tokyoreporter.com/crime/german-man-suspected-of-spraying-liquid-on-women-in-shibuya/ #Takeshita-dori #ShibuyaWard #Japannews #Crime #Japan #News

Former ‘Terrace House’ cast member accused of possessing marijuana https://www.tokyoreporter.com/crime/former-terrace-house-cast-member-accused-of-possessing-marijuana/ #TerraceHouse #ShibuyaWard #Japannews #Crime #Japan #News

Massage therapist in Shibuya suspected of sexually abusing female customers https://www.tokyoreporter.com/crime/massage-therapist-in-shibuya-suspected-of-sexually-abusing-female-customers/ #ShibuyaWard #Japannews #massage #Crime #Japan #News

Man lured woman to Shibuya hotel before alleged rape, robbery https://www.tokyoreporter.com/crime/man-lured-woman-to-shibuya-hotel-before-alleged-rape-robbery/ #sexualassault #ShibuyaWard #Japannews #robbery #Crime #Japan #News #rape

Graphic designer admits to ‘spraying graffiti for 30 years’ https://www.tokyoreporter.com/crime/graphic-designer-admits-to-spraying-graffiti-for-30-years/ #ShibuyaWard #graffiti #Crime #Japan #Tokyo #News

Art student among trio accused of spraying graffiti in Shibuya https://www.tokyoreporter.com/crime/art-student-among-trio-accused-of-spraying-graffiti-in-shibuya/ #ShibuyaWard #Japannews #graffiti #Crime #Japan #Ebisu #Tokyo #News

Woman suspected in dating site bait-and-switch scam https://www.tokyoreporter.com/crime/woman-suspected-in-dating-site-bait-and-switch-scam/ #ShibuyaWard #Japannews #lovehotel #Crime #Japan #Tokyo #News