Unboxing the Diptyque Advent Calendar 2025: A Complete Review with Spoilers & My Holiday Haul

Diptyque advent calendar with open boxes for days 21 through 25, displaying various products like candles, perfume, soap, and body oil on a wooden table.

The Hunt for Holiday Magic at Diptyque Marunouchi As the November air in Tokyo begins to carry a crisp, festive promise, a familiar anticipation builds within me. For a fragrance devotee like myself, CityNomix, this season is synonymous with the unveiling of Diptyque’s Holiday Collection. On November 6th, 2025, the launch day of the collection’s Continue reading “Unboxing the Diptyque Advent Calendar 2025: A Complete Review with Spoilers & My Holiday Haul”

A diptyque Holiday 2025 Review: Discovering Limited Edition Magic at the Marunouchi Boutique in Tokyo

The Diptyque holiday collection on a wooden table. A golden carousel is placed on top of the 'Sapin' candle in its gold vessel, with two stacked gift boxes illustrated with pinecones and fir trees next to it.

From Concert Roar to Marunouchi’s Calm: A Scented Discovery The echoes of the stadium still resonate within me. Just days after chronicling the epic Oasis reunion concerts—both night one and night two—I found myself in Marunouchi for a client meeting, still wearing the limited-edition football shirt from the show. “This isn’t the end, it’s the Continue reading “A diptyque Holiday 2025 Review: Discovering Limited Edition Magic at the Marunouchi Boutique in Tokyo”

Oasis in Shibuya: A Deep Dive into the Exclusive Live ’25 Merch & Sizing Guide

A close-up of a white circular graphic printed on navy fabric, featuring the Adidas logo and the words 'THE BAND WITH THE 3 STRIPES', 'live '25', and 'TOKYO, JAPAN'.

The Oasis Shibuya Buzz: An In-Depth Look at the Live ’25 Merch You can feel it in the air, a slow burn of anticipation building across the city. For music fans like us, 2025 has taken on a special significance. It’s the year the legends return: Oasis Live ’25. Ever since the news broke, my Continue reading “Oasis in Shibuya: A Deep Dive into the Exclusive Live ’25 Merch & Sizing Guide”

My Honest Diptyque Citrouille Candle Review & Finding a Signature Autumn Scent in Tokyo

A Diptyque 'Tilleul' candle and its white packaging box resting on a light wooden table.

A Full Diptyque Citrouille Candle Review: My First Autumn Encounter The air in Tokyo was crisp, carrying the first real hint of autumn. It was a pleasant October afternoon. After a business meeting in the Marunouchi district, I found myself wandering aimlessly. This is a ritual for me. As a digital marketer, my days are Continue reading “My Honest Diptyque Citrouille Candle Review & Finding a Signature Autumn Scent in Tokyo”

Grilling Game Changer! My 3COINS Microwave Fish Grill Discovery & Other Must-Have Gadgets

Fish perfectly browned in a microwave oven

Hello, I’m CityNomix. Alongside my work in digital marketing, I wander through cities both in Japan and abroad, uncovering local culture and sharing it here on Photomo. This time, I ventured into the popular 3COINS store in search of items that make our daily lives a little richer and more convenient. I’m excited to share Continue reading “Grilling Game Changer! My 3COINS Microwave Fish Grill Discovery & Other Must-Have Gadgets”

Shock in Omotesando! Iittala & Moomin Arabia Store Closing July 2025 – A Final Look

Iittala Ultima Thule limited edition color sake glass for Tapio Wirkkala's 110th anniversary

Omotesando. This Tokyo district, a sophisticated hub of cutting-edge boutiques and trendsetting style, has always been a source of inspiration for me. After a client meeting on a Tuesday evening, my feet carried me purposefully towards one specific destination: the IITTALA & MOOMIN ARABIA Omotesando store. Finland holds a special place in my heart ever Continue reading “Shock in Omotesando! Iittala & Moomin Arabia Store Closing July 2025 – A Final Look”

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!”