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With only a few days to go before the start of EDCON Tokyo, the conference is holding a Shibuya-wide scavenger hunt, offering rewards for finding and collecting the most EDCON NFTs, with venues such as AMBUSH Workshop, Centrum Studio and Nox Gallery participating.
With EDCON Tokyo just a few short weeks away (don’t forget to register for free here), we took the time to speak with one of the conference’s native Japanese speakers and homegrown cryptocurrency-enthusiasts.
Popularly known in her home country as “Miss Bitcoin”, Mai Fujimoto has been involved in the Crypto space since 2011.
For over a decade, she has contributed to the industry’s development by launching Japan Blockchain Week, the largest blockchain conference in Japan, and serves as an advisor to the Japan Blockchain Association.
Michelin Guide recently updated their “Best Ramen in Tokyo”.
Check out which shops and signature styles made the cut.
Bloomberg has called it “actually a good idea” and VICE has provided the click-bait fuel by calling it a “sex app”.
Let’s take a closer look.
Aman creates sanctuaries that provide guests and residents with the feeling they so desire – of solitude, of being away from it all, but yet a sense of belonging.
The world-renowned hospitality company recently announced its first standalone branded residences, overlooking Tokyo Tower within Mori Building’s visionary, 30-years-in the-making Toranomon-Azabudai development.
Claiming the top 11 floors of the magnificent Mori Tower – Japan’s tallest residential building – the residences offer their owners a sanctuary literally and figuratively at the pinnacle of city life.
Tokyo’s Haneda Airport saw a record 19.1 million international passengers in fiscal year 2023, according to government data released on Wednesday.
The increase is, of course, attributed to a rise in inbound tourists following the easing of COVID-19 border restrictions, but we believe increasing commitments from international carriers and its popularity by way of convenience to central Tokyo have also played critical roles.
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The Shibuya Creative Tech Committee nurtures innovative technologies across the Shibuya area, connecting its diverse cultural assets through digital advancements.
Today, the Committee and EDCON (Community Ethereum Development Conference) have announced a strategic partnership to create a subcommittee that will enhance EDCON 2024, which will be supported by the Shibuya City Office and is free to attend.
This collaboration will unlock new opportunities in the global art and tech community by combining expertise and fostering creativity through innovative programming.
Meikyoku kissas (名曲喫茶), or “classical music cafés,” are a distinctive part of Japanese culture, particularly in Tokyo. These establishments emerged in the early 20th century and provided a unique space for music enthusiasts to enjoy classical music in a café setting.
Heralded kissas like Lion Cafe have been garnering media and tourist attention as of late, with some calling it Tokyo’s “worst best kept secret.”
A brief history of these wonderfully unique establishments may help contextualize why they are so revered by enthusiasts and regulars, yet also so often misunderstood by non-Japanese visitors.
As cryptocurrency markets surge and the Yen continues to tumble, Tokyo and Kyoto are serving as hosts to several premier blockchain events this July and August, including the free to attend EDCON at the Yoyogi National Gymnasium in Shibuya.
Check out all the details in our full guide below.
Park Hyatt Tokyo has paused operations for a 17-month restoration program in celebration of its 30th anniversary and currently scheduled to reopen in October 2025. During this time, all hotel facilities and services are fully closed.