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Yuki Tanaka
Culture & Food Editor
Born and raised in Tokyo. Writes about the city most tourists never see.
Grew up in Shibuya, 1988–2006. Moved to NYC for university, returned to Tokyo in 2012. Has lived in Shimokitazawa, Nakameguro, and now Yoyogi.
Tokyo · 26 years in Japan
Mainly writes about: Japanese convenience store culture, izakaya etiquette, Tokyo neighborhoods, daily life
Articles by Yuki Tanaka
Tokyo Guide
Best Tokyo Neighborhoods Compared: Where to Stay & Visit (2025)
Mar 21 · 9m
Tokyo Guide
What to Do in Tokyo: The Ultimate Guide (2025)
Mar 20 · 12m
Culture
What is Omotenashi? Japanese Hospitality Explained
Mar 16 · 5m
Culture
What is a Konbini? Japanese Convenience Store Guide (7-Eleven, Lawson, FamilyMart)
Mar 15 · 7m
Tokyo Guide
Shibuya Crossing: Everything You Need to Know (2025)
Mar 14 · 6m
Tokyo Guide
Tokyo Neighborhood Guide: Where to Go and Why
Feb 1 · 10m