The Team
Our Writers
The people behind The Standard Japan. Tokyo locals, expats, and experts who write with authority because they live it.
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Yuki Tanaka
Culture & Food Editor
Born and raised in Tokyo. Writes about the city most tourists never see.
6 articles · Tokyo · 26 years in Japan
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James Chen
Food & Drink Writer
Former chef. Now eats his way through Tokyo and writes about it.
4 articles · Tokyo · 8 years in Japan
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Maya Yamamoto
Fashion & Culture Writer
Harajuku kid who never left. Covers street fashion and underground culture.
2 articles · Tokyo · 28 years in Japan
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Alex Rivera
Travel & Living Editor
Expat guide. Helps people actually move to and navigate Japan.
9 articles · Tokyo · 6 years in Japan
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Emma Foster
Art & Nightlife Writer
Gallery hopper by day, jazz bar regular by night.
3 articles · Tokyo · 5 years in Japan