The Elusive Totoro: A Pilgrim’s Definitive Guide to Securing Ghibli Museum Tickets

A whimsical, colorful scene of a Totoro statue nestled amongst lush greenery in the Ghibli Museum garden.

Walk. Shoot. Write. This is the mantra that pulses through the veins of Photomo. It’s the rhythm I live by. By day, I navigate the structured, data-driven world of digital marketing, a landscape of algorithms and analytics. Nevertheless, when the screen goes dark, I step out. My true work begins on the pavement, in the Continue reading “The Elusive Totoro: A Pilgrim’s Definitive Guide to Securing Ghibli Museum Tickets”

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”

A Taste of Japan in the Sky: My Exquisite Lunch at Drawing House of Hibiya, Tokyo

Fresh pasta with plenty of snow crab meat and rich sauce.

Hello, this is CityNomix from Photomo. While my days are usually immersed in the world of digital marketing, I seize every opportunity—weekends, a break between meetings—to explore cities, both at home and abroad. I’m always on the hunt for local culture and culinary gems, and I truly enjoy sharing my firsthand experiences (and yes, sometimes Continue reading “A Taste of Japan in the Sky: My Exquisite Lunch at Drawing House of Hibiya, Tokyo”

Authentic Hong Kong Dim Sum at Sweet Dynasty Nihonbashi: A Culinary Journey from Savory Noodles to Divine Mango Pudding

Close-up photo of a bowl of Hot and Sour Soup Noodles (Sun La Tang Mian) with a rich red broth and various toppings like shredded vegetables and egg.

A Taste of Hong Kong in Rainy Nihonbashi Hello, this is CityNomix from Photomo. My days are usually spent in the world of digital marketing, but I also wander through cities, both at home and abroad, uncovering local culture. Today, Wednesday, June 11th, under a rainy sky, I found myself in Nihonbashi, Tokyo, with an Continue reading “Authentic Hong Kong Dim Sum at Sweet Dynasty Nihonbashi: A Culinary Journey from Savory Noodles to Divine Mango Pudding”

Tokyo International Forum: A Colossal Architectural Masterpiece, Captivating Even on a Rainy Day

A landscape photo of a vast space viewed from a bridge.

A Rainy Day in Yurakucho, An Unexpected Encounter with Colossal Art Hello, this is CityNomix from Photomo. While usually immersed in the hustle and bustle of digital marketing, I spend my weekends and spare moments exploring cities both domestic and international, unearthing local culture. This time, I’ll delve into the allure of the Tokyo International Continue reading “Tokyo International Forum: A Colossal Architectural Masterpiece, Captivating Even on a Rainy Day”

Sweet Discovery in Nihonbashi Kabutocho: My Teal Patisserie Adventure at the Former Shibusawa Eiichi Residence Site

A photo of a dessert with milk ice cream on top of chocolate pudding.

A Teal Gem Hidden in the Depths of Nihonbashi Kabutocho Hello, this is CityNomix. Alongside my work in digital marketing, I wander through cities both in Japan and abroad, uncovering local culture. The other day, still savoring the wonderful experience at Patisserie ease in Nihonbashi, I embarked on a new sweet adventure. My destination: Nihonbashi Continue reading “Sweet Discovery in Nihonbashi Kabutocho: My Teal Patisserie Adventure at the Former Shibusawa Eiichi Residence Site”

Buvette Tokyo: A Taste of Parisian Charm in Hibiya – An All-Day French Gastrothèque Experience

Crème brûlée dessert with a side of chocolate mousse and a biscuit.

Discovering Buvette: The Perfect Bite in Hibiya, Tokyo Hello, I’m CityNomix. While my day job is in digital marketing, my passion lies in exploring cities, both at home and abroad, uncovering local culture from a unique perspective. Through Photomo, under the theme “Walk, Shoot, Write,” I share the world’s charm as I discover it. My Continue reading “Buvette Tokyo: A Taste of Parisian Charm in Hibiya – An All-Day French Gastrothèque Experience”

A Culinary Stroll in Ningyocho: Savoring Top-Rated Pizza and Amazake Yokocho’s Street Food Delights

The pop-designed exterior of PIZZA DA BABBO, featuring a distinctive red door and window frames, with the store's logo and pizza illustrations on the white wall.

The Alluring Aroma of Amazake Yokocho on a Rainy Ningyocho Day Hello, this is CityNomix. While my everyday life revolves around the hustle and bustle of digital marketing, once I step out into a city, I transform into a traveler captivated by the local culture and culinary charms. Today, I’m excited to share my food Continue reading “A Culinary Stroll in Ningyocho: Savoring Top-Rated Pizza and Amazake Yokocho’s Street Food Delights”

A Decade in the Making, Third Time’s the Charm! My New Balance U1300JP Raffle Saga – A Tale of Multiple Entries and (Almost) Tears

Side view of the U1300JP and its accessories.

Prologue: An Admiration for New Balance Sparked by a J.CREW Catalog My journey with New Balance, or rather, when I truly started paying attention to the brand, dates back to 2014. It was during a trip to Hawaii that I stumbled upon a J.CREW collaboration model. At the time, Todd Snyder was the men’s director Continue reading “A Decade in the Making, Third Time’s the Charm! My New Balance U1300JP Raffle Saga – A Tale of Multiple Entries and (Almost) Tears”

Gastronomy at 35,000 Feet: An ANA First Class Dining Saga & Flight Review – Haneda to London

ANA First Class cabin from Haneda to London, comparing spaciousness with

An Unexpected Journey to the Pinnacle of Air Travel: My ANA First Class Upgrade Story In November 2024, my trip to Lisbon for Web Summit was set in motion. As a digital marketer, this conference promised a feast for the intellect, and I chose ANA to fly me from Haneda to London, en route to Continue reading “Gastronomy at 35,000 Feet: An ANA First Class Dining Saga & Flight Review – Haneda to London”