Category Archives: Quirky Japan

This is the Way! On The Mandalorian & Grogu Promotional Trail in Japan

Posted on May 23, 2026 by tokyofox

‘The Rise of Skywalker‘ (2019) was the last Star Wars film in cinemas in 6.5 years ago but instead of being caught up in the hype that went with the release of the ninth and final (?) part of the … Continue reading →

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Interesting Japanese Playground Structures #48 – Momozono Park

Posted on May 20, 2026 by tokyofox

Many of the parks and children’s playgrounds in Japan, particularly in Tokyo, are quite poor compared to other countries in terms of space, surroundings and a lack of grass. However, a handful of them do tend to possess extremely creative structures … Continue reading →

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Modern Architecture Outside of Tokyo #10 – Osaka, Hyogo & Tottori

Posted on April 21, 2026 by tokyofox

  For over a decade Tokyo Fox has focused on the modern architecture of Tokyo with a long-running ten-part series featuring over 100 interesting-looking buildings. During that time, I have also taken photos of some unique structures outside of the capital … Continue reading →

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Dublin’ Up on Irish Events to Celebrate St. Paddy’s Day in Tokyo

Posted on March 19, 2026 by tokyofox

My appearance at the Green Ireland Festival in Yoyogi Park two years ago really sparked my interest for going to a few more similar celebrations in Tokyo that year. The Irish festival was the first I had been to in … Continue reading →

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Exploring The Mysterious WWII Bunkers of a City Within Easy Reach of Tokyo

Posted on February 1, 2026 by tokyofox

As memories of WWII gradually fade, its relics offer us a glimpse of what it was like back then and it is hoped that such remnants of the war will be preserved for future generations. There are a few examples … Continue reading →

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Review: Films Set In Japan – Rental Family (2025)

Posted on January 25, 2026 by tokyofox

It’s overly common for international media to focus on the quirkier side of things when it comes to shining a spotlight on Japan. Renting the likes of boyfriends, girlfriends, friends, pets, families and so on is one such example that’s … Continue reading →

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TF Top 10……Tokyo Fox Hits of 2025

Posted on January 1, 2026 by tokyofox

  So 2026 has only just begun and already Tokyo Fox is looking back!! There used to be exactly ten new posts on here each and every month for over a decade but in the last couple of years it’s … Continue reading →

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Countdown to Christmas 2025 in Tokyo

Posted on December 25, 2025 by tokyofox

Anyone who knows me or has ever read any of the previous ‘Countdown to Christmas in Tokyo’ blogs probably thinks I go all in on Christmas almost as soon as Halloween is out of the way but that’s not quite … Continue reading →

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TF Top 25……Photos For 2025 (End Of Year Filler Post!)

Posted on December 20, 2025 by tokyofox

  This lame and lazy half-assed compilation post idea was ushered in at the end of 2018 with an eye on permanently replacing the ‘TF Top 10……Filming Location Trips For (year)’ series which has run out of steam although the … Continue reading →

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TF Flashback: The Time When I Cycled To All Tokyo’s Best 25 Sights In One Day!

Posted on November 15, 2025 by tokyofox

These days YouTube is absolutely awash with creators doing all kinds of random and pointless challenges, but they really weren’t so common 15 years ago when I embarked on what is still my longest ever themed cycling ride. For the … Continue reading →

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