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17/12/2025
🐾 ARK Calendars 2026 are now available, featuring photos of dogs and cats cared for by ARK.
All proceeds go toward the day-to-day care of the animals, covering essentials like food, medical support and shelter needs.
These calendars are a great small gift for anyone who loves animals and wants to support rescue efforts.
Details and ordering info are on ARK’s website: arkbark.net
16/12/2025
🎉 Where to Celebrate New Year in Tokyo 2025–26
From high energy countdowns in Shinjuku to classic fun in Asakusa and waterfront fireworks in Yokohama, Tokyo offers unforgettable ways to welcome 2026.
Discover the best New Year events and celebrations in our latest GoConnect guide 👉
Discover the best places to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Tokyo 2025–26, including countdown events, fireworks, amusement parks and easy day trips.
12/12/2025
Tokyo at night hits different ✨
From Omotesando to Marunouchi and beyond, winter illuminations light up the city.🎄💫
Read more on GoConnect’s website.
10/12/2025
⛷️ Club Med’s ski packages focus on simplicity, making it easier to spend more time on the slopes and less time planning.
Guests can expect easy access to the mountain, along with lift passes, group lessons and dining included for a smoother winter getaway. ❄️
Learn more about how their all-inclusive approach shapes the ski experience.
👉 See the link in our bio for the full article
05/12/2025
🏠 💼 In the hustle of modern life, our days are often split between two dominant locations: the office and the home. But where do you go to decompress and connect?
🇯🇵 ☕ Our latest article explores the vital importance of finding a "Third Place" and the unique Japanese concept of Ibasho—a space of psychological safety where you feel accepted, comfortable and free from social roles.
🏮 🥋 From the "loose connections" found at a local tachinomi (standing bar) to the shared discipline of a dojo, we break down practical ways to combat isolation and build a genuine support network in Japan.
If you are looking to turn a strange city into a familiar home, this guide is for you.
Discover how finding a “third place” or ibasho in Japan can transform everyday life, reduce isolation and help international residents build real community.
05/12/2025
Step into a holiday fairytale at the Azabudai Hills Christmas Market!🎄
✨ This spot perfectly captures the cozy, European holiday spirit, complete with delicious treats and warm Glühwein. Experience a slice of Christmas magic in Tokyo.
Get down here before it’s gone! The market runs until December 25th.🎅
28/11/2025
A night full of connection, creativity and purpose.💫
REI Race Night at Spotify Tokyo delivered fast-paced fun as teams battled on Escape Entertainment’s 🏎️ racing simulators, turning friendly competition into meaningful support for Refugee Empowerment International and its mission to help people rebuild their lives. ✨
22/11/2025
🎄 Tokyo’s Christmas spirit is here!
From charming European-style markets to sparkling winter illuminations, we rounded up the best Christmas markets in Tokyo for 2025. Find your next festive outing!
Explore Tokyo's best Christmas markets in 2025, from Azabudai Hills to Shibuya Blue Cave. Enjoy festive foods, unique gifts and lights.
20/11/2025
Beatz & Eatz (The Afternoon Drip Vol.2) returns to Shibuya for a full evening of music, food and community.
DJs from around the world bring a mix of grooves, while the Sourdough Boys serve a Thanksgiving-inspired menu.
📍 TenCups Cafe Bar & Lounge, Shibuya
📅 November 23, 2025
⏰ 5pm–12am
💴 ¥1,000 admission
Lineup:
CAOBOY (US/VN)
HARUNA (UK)
CLARA ROSA (UK/PH)
ZEE-2 (UK)
ZUMA (JPN)
CHAMCHAM (JPN)
19/11/2025
Fall is the perfect time for festivals near Tokyo🎉
Here are four we checked out recently: Asakusa Tori-no-Ichi, Kawagoe Festival, Tokyo Ramen Festa and the Hachioji Ginkgo Festival 🍜🍁
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18/11/2025
Tokyo has once again been recognized as the world’s best big city by the prestigious travel magazine Condé Nast Traveler.🥇🌟
Tokyo is a place where tradition effortlessly blends with cutting-edge innovation. From serene shrines and vibrant neighborhoods to dazzling night views and unforgettable food culture, every corner of the city has its own story.
We captured some of that magic in today’s reel ✨🇯🇵
18/11/2025
Thinking about investing in Tokyo? These cases show how the right team makes it simple.
Foreign investors are buying a second home in Tokyo and transforming it into stress-free, profitable rental assets with IREA.
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