Rediscovering Sound: My Journey into the World of Cassette Tapes at Waltz, Nakameguro

Walts sign - Nakameguro cassette tape specialty store

Prologue: The Return to Cassette Tapes and an Encounter with Waltz In an era dominated by the digital wave, don’t you sometimes yearn for the warmth of analog? My renewed fascination with mixtapes, and subsequently cassette tapes, was sparked by the worldview of the fashion brand C.E. The Walkman I cherished in my student days Continue reading “Rediscovering Sound: My Journey into the World of Cassette Tapes at Waltz, Nakameguro”

Otemachi Style Find: Unpacking My CDG Shirt, BIG T-Shirt, and a Surprise Spring/Summer Beanie

CDG store wall display shirts and pants with CDG logo background

From Shark Fin to Street Style: A Detour to CDG in Otemachi After an incredible shark fin lunch at Tsukushiro Marunouchi, I found myself at a nearby Starbucks, savoring the afterglow of the meal. While checking emails, a thought struck me: “Why not visit that store I’ve been curious about?” The store in question was Continue reading “Otemachi Style Find: Unpacking My CDG Shirt, BIG T-Shirt, and a Surprise Spring/Summer Beanie”

Indulge in Exquisite Shark Fin: A Luxurious Lunch Experience at Tsukushiro, Tokyo Station

Tsukushiro lunch braised shark fin luxury Chinese cuisine

Hello, this is CityNomix from Photomo. My day job is in digital marketing, but I spend my free time exploring cities both in Japan and abroad, uncovering local culture from a unique perspective and sharing my discoveries. My motto is “Walk, Shoot, Write,” and I aim to document and convey the experiences I have with Continue reading “Indulge in Exquisite Shark Fin: A Luxurious Lunch Experience at Tsukushiro, Tokyo Station”

A Taste of Summer in Nihonbashi: My Exquisite Hyuganatsu Mille-feuille & Amazon Cacao Tiramisu Experience at Pâtisserie ease

Patisserie ease Hyuganatsu Mille-feuille - Citrus Dessert

Discovering Sweet Sanctuaries in Nihonbashi Kabutocho Hi, this is CityNomix from Photomo. While my everyday life is immersed in the fast-paced world of digital marketing, I seize every opportunity to explore cities both in Japan and abroad. My passion lies in uncovering local cultures from unique perspectives and sharing these soul-stirring discoveries through my writing. Continue reading “A Taste of Summer in Nihonbashi: My Exquisite Hyuganatsu Mille-feuille & Amazon Cacao Tiramisu Experience at Pâtisserie ease”

FOPP London: A Vinyl Paradise for New Records – My Coldplay & Foo Fighters Haul!

FOPP London record store exterior - unique building at street junction for music & film fans

A Serendipitous Discovery: Unearthing FOPP While Hunting for Coffee in London Hello, this is CityNomix from Photomo. My daily grind is in digital marketing, but my passion lies in exploring cities, both at home and abroad, uncovering local culture through a personal lens. Photomo is all about sharing these “walk, shoot, write” experiences, focusing on Continue reading “FOPP London: A Vinyl Paradise for New Records – My Coldplay & Foo Fighters Haul!”

Record Hunting at Reckless Records: A London Gem on Berwick Street for Oasis, Coldplay, and The Stone Roses Fans

Exterior of Reckless Records, a record store in London, with a pop atmosphere.

Introduction: Returning to Berwick Street, Hallowed Ground for Oasis Fans London, United Kingdom. This city is steeped in a rich tapestry of musical history. For music aficionados, Berwick Street, in particular, holds a special significance. Why, you ask? Because it’s the iconic location where the cover art for Oasis‘s legendary second album, (What’s the story) Continue reading “Record Hunting at Reckless Records: A London Gem on Berwick Street for Oasis, Coldplay, and The Stone Roses Fans”

A Taste of London: The Legendary Salt Beef Beigel at Beigel Bake on Brick Lane & A Visit to the Stylish GOODHOOD

Beigel Bake's delicious salt beef bagel with tender and juicy meat

Introduction: A Long-Awaited London Brick Lane Experience Hello, this is CityNomix from Photomo. While my everyday job is in digital marketing, my passion lies in exploring cities both domestically and internationally, uncovering and sharing local culture. This time, on the cloudy evening of November 14th, 2024, just after 6:19 PM, I finally made my way Continue reading “A Taste of London: The Legendary Salt Beef Beigel at Beigel Bake on Brick Lane & A Visit to the Stylish GOODHOOD”

Hunting for Vinyl Gems at Sister Ray: An Oasis Fan’s Pilgrimage to Berwick Street, London

ロンドン レコード店 Sister Ray 外観 Berwickストリート

An Afternoon in Soho: The Allure of Berwick Street On November 13, 2024, a light drizzle fell on London. I soon found myself on Berwick Street. This street holds iconic status for music fans. It is, after all, where Oasis shot the cover for their legendary album, “(What’s The Story) Morning Glory?”. This visit felt Continue reading “Hunting for Vinyl Gems at Sister Ray: An Oasis Fan’s Pilgrimage to Berwick Street, London”

IKEA Tokyo-Bay Funabashi: Discovering Cute Vases, Stylish Lamps & a Delicious Swedish Cafe Lunch!

Meatballs at the IKEA Funabashi Swedish Cafe

A Weekday Escape to IKEA Funabashi for Spring Inspiration and Swedish Delights Hi everyone, this is CityNomix from Photomo! My usual gig is in digital marketing, but my passion lies in exploring cities both in Japan and abroad, uncovering local culture and design from a unique perspective. Photomo, our culture journal, is all about “Walk, Continue reading “IKEA Tokyo-Bay Funabashi: Discovering Cute Vases, Stylish Lamps & a Delicious Swedish Cafe Lunch!”

Witnessing Kaoru Mitoma’s Brilliance: Brighton Amex Stadium Experience

Kaoru Mitoma's spirited play leading to the second-half comeback

Hello, Photomo members! This is CityNomix. Guided by our theme of “Walk, Shoot, Write,” I embarked on a journey to Brighton, a charming port city in the south of England, to witness the brilliance of Japan’s national football star, Kaoru Mitoma, at the Amex Stadium. While my usual work revolves around digital marketing, exploring and Continue reading “Witnessing Kaoru Mitoma’s Brilliance: Brighton Amex Stadium Experience”