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Mizuno Tokyo Global Flagship Store – Japan’s Sporting Mecca in Kanda
In Kanda Ogawamachi, Tokyo’s historic sports district, Mizuno Tokyo rises as the brand’s global flagship. Open since 1989, this seven-floor store blends heritage and innovation with everything from baseball gloves to cutting-edge running shoes and a state-of-the-art golf fitting studio. Visitors can shop Japan-exclusive gear, enjoy duty-free service, and even leave with custom clubs built in days, making Mizuno Tokyo a true sporting pilgrimage.
Sep 1


Bondy Curry – Jimbocho’s Original European-Style Legend | MK Eats
Hidden behind Jimbocho’s bookstores, Bondy Curry is the legendary birthplace of Tokyo’s European-style curry. Founded in 1973 by Koichi Murata, an artist turned chef inspired by French brown sauces, Bondy set the standard for Jimbocho’s rise as “curry town.” Expect steaming potatoes with house butter, rich beef curry with a hint of fruit, and a line of devotees winding through the Showa-era stairwell.
Sep 1


Nezu Shrine – Tokyo’s Storm God Sanctuary and Edo-Era Legacy | MK Deep Dive
Nezu Shrine combines storm-god mythology, Edo-period architecture, and natural beauty in Tokyo’s historic Bunkyo ward. Founded by Prince Yamato Takeru and relocated by the Tokugawa shogunate, this rare survivor of war and fire features Tokyo’s last two-story Romon Gate, sacred azalea gardens, and red torii paths leading to Inari foxes. A peaceful sanctuary filled with history, ritual, and hidden power.
Aug 8


Shakudoji Temple – A Silent Stronghold of Kannon | MK Deep Dive
Tucked away in the quiet hills of Nagahama, Shakudoji Temple guards a powerful spiritual heritage. Known only to locals, it houses an eleven-faced Kannon carved by Saichō, the founder of Japan’s Tendai Buddhism. Surrounded by 130 ancient idols and rooted in a village of 40 households, the temple survived Nobunaga’s fires and the Meiji purge. Every autumn, it displays its treasures during the Kannon no Sato Festival. A place of silence, secrecy, and faith—unchanged for over a
Jul 24


Sake, Chinatown Flavors, and Waterfront Views in Kobe | MK Travel
Explore Kobe’s cultural highlights with MK’s Mini Gourmet Course: enjoy refined sake in Nada, taste Chinese street food in Nankinmachi, and unwind by the sea at Meriken Park. An expertly curated, flavorful experience in one of Japan’s most cosmopolitan cities.
Jul 24


Exploring Five Centuries in Five Hours | MK Travel
MK’s Kyoto Short Tour guides you through golden pavilions, castle corridors, geisha alleyways, and mountaintop temples—all in 5.5 hours. From Kinkakuji’s mirrored stillness to Gion’s lantern-lit grace and Kiyomizudera’s spiritual stage, each moment is crafted for depth. With MK’s multilingual drivers, luxury vehicles, and local expertise, this is Kyoto made personal, intimate, efficient, and unforgettable.
Jul 24


Kiyomizudera – Where Water Flows and Spirits Rise | MK Deep Dive
High above Kyoto on Mt. Otowa, Kiyomizudera Temple rises from sacred ground and pure water. This MK Deep Dive explores the legend behind its founding, its thousand-armed Bodhisattva, and the massive nail-free stage that overlooks the old capital. From Otowa Falls to Jishu Shrine and seasonal postcards in motion, discover why this site has captivated pilgrims for over 1,250 years.
Jul 24


A Curated Journey Through Spirit, Story, and Sea | MK Travel
MK’s General Fukuoka Course takes you deep into Kyushu’s soul—Dazaifu’s literary shrine, Kamado’s mystical mountain, the Couple Stones by the sea, a noble family’s living legacy, and a forest that whispers Ghibli dreams. This isn’t sightseeing. It’s memory. Story. Spirit. All delivered with MK’s signature comfort and cultural insight—no transfers, no timetables. Just time, slowed and sacred.
Jul 24


Ha Ha, Ikebukuro’s Creamy Crab Epiphany | MK Eats
Tucked into Ikebukuro’s fringe, Ha Ha is a five-table pasta joint where crab cream pasta makes you go “ah-ha!” One man runs the whole show—cooking, serving, and keeping the jazz flowing while you toast your own bread. Cracked crab, rich cream, and no pressure to leave. The kind of place that doesn’t try to impress—because it doesn’t need to.
Jun 18


A Private Passage Through Japan’s Mountain Soul | MK Travel
Experience Japan’s timeless beauty with MK’s Takayama–Shirakawa-go Course. Travel from Nagoya or Chubu Airport to Shirakawa-go’s snow-covered heritage and Takayama’s preserved Edo streets—all from the comfort of a private charter. With MK’s seamless luxury and regional insight, this is a curated journey through Japan’s mountain soul—where silence, tradition, and wonder unfold at your pace.
Jun 16


Why MK? The Journey Becomes the Destination
Step into a different kind of journey with MK—Japan’s most refined private charter experience. From white-gloved drivers trained like pilots to luxury vehicles gliding through sacred temples and neon skylines, every ride is tailored to you. Discover Japan’s hidden gems with effortless comfort, local expertise, and unmatched hospitality. MK isn’t just transport—it’s the start of your story.
Jun 6


Enryakuji – The Sacred Fortress of Mount Hiei | MK Deep Dive
High in the mists of Mount Hiei, Enryakuji Temple still hums with the presence of monks, mysteries, and mountain gods. Once Japan’s most powerful Buddhist complex, this spiritual fortress has endured sieges, fires, and political collapse—yet its eternal light still burns. From ancient warrior monks to modern ascetics on the kaihōgyō path, this is the sacred seat of Tendai Buddhism. Follow MK into Japan’s mother mountain of awakening.
May 27


Kamado Shrine — Love, Lightning, and a Nine-Headed Dragon | MK Deep Dive
Kamado Shrine in Fukuoka is no ordinary shrine—it’s split between the base and summit of Mt. Hōman, one of Japan’s sacred mountains. Long associated with love, protection, and mysticism, it honors Tamayorihime, mother of Emperor Jimmu. From ancient rituals to anime pilgrimages, this shrine fuses history, folklore, and design into one unforgettable experience.
May 16


Shinsekai — Osaka’s Retro Dreamscape Reborn | MK Deep Dive
Once feared, now beloved, Shinsekai is Osaka’s chaotic, retro dreamscape where neon light meets battered kushikatsu, and old-school arcades glow beneath Tsutenkaku’s gaze. This MK Deep Dive traces the neighborhood’s transformation—from 1910 ambition to postwar decay to a new wave of reverence. Step into the unpolished soul of a city too bold to imitate, and too alive to fade.
May 15


Bagels, Slices, and Simulacra in Azabujuban | MK Eats
Azabujuban might be best known for its boutiques and designer dogs, but tucked between the luxury is a taste of New York—wax-paper-wrapped bacon, egg & cheese sandwiches and foldable pepperoni slices served with swagger. In this MK Presents dispatch, a Queens-born writer explores two Tokyo spots that channel NYC energy through simulated nostalgia, media-fueled devotion, and a surprising attention to greasy detail.
May 13


Dotonbori – Where Good Decisions Go to Forget Themselves | MK Deep Dive
Dotonbori isn’t just a street—it’s Osaka’s neon pulse, where retro-futurism meets fried food and spontaneity. Once a 17th-century canal, now a technicolor fever dream of signage, octopus balls, and late-night regrets. The district’s wild energy—equal parts jazz-era decadence and Blade Runner chaos—turns every walk into a scene. From Glico’s running man to legends of KFC curses and celebratory canal dives, this is where Osaka lives loud.
Apr 15


Motoise Kono Shrine - Where the Divine Departed, but Never Left | MK Deep Dive
Discover Motoise Kono Shrine, where divine legends linger and history unfolds. Explore the sacred site with MK's luxury tour service today!
Mar 31


Manai Shrine - Where the Waters Remember | MK Deep Dive
Discover the mystical Manai Shrine: Where the Waters Remember. Explore this hidden gem and experience the sacred waters at Manai Shrine.
Mar 31


St. Mary’s Cathedral Tokyo: Where Metabolism Meets the Divine
St. Mary’s Cathedral Tokyo: A fusion of faith and futurism, where Metabolism architecture meets divine light in a striking steel sanctuary.
Jan 31


What's On In Tokyo
Summer is well underway in Tokyo! Discover some seasonal festivities and gourmet offerings!
Jul 22, 2024
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