Prologue to Web Summit 2025: Why I Headed to Lisbon Three years after launching my company. I had poured everything into delivering new value to society through my clients’ businesses. I was running on pure adrenaline. But when I finally paused, I felt lost. I had no idea where I stood. Was the value I Continue reading “Web Summit 2025 Deep Dive: Analyzing the 2019 Trends Through the Lens of 2025”
Securing the Ultimate Yokohama DeNA BayStars Ticket: The NISSAN STAR SUITES Experience It was the last Wednesday of August, with the lingering feel of summer in the air. As I walked through Yokohama at dusk, a colossal structure loomed into view. It was Yokohama Stadium, home of the Yokohama DeNA BayStars. You might wonder why Continue reading “The Ultimate Yokohama DeNA BayStars Ticket: An Unforgettable Night at the NISSAN STAR SUITES”
Seeking Sumptuous Unagi in Sizzling Tokyo: A Journey to Akimoto in Kōjimachi Hello, this is CityNomix from Photomo. While my days are usually immersed in the hustle of digital marketing, I also wander the streets of cities, both at home and abroad, unearthing local culture and sharing it through words and photos. This time, I’m Continue reading “A Michelin-Starred Legacy: Savoring Supreme Unagi at Akimoto, a 110-Year-Old Gem in Tokyo”
Ochanomizu, A Pilgrimage to the Sanctuary of Jazz: CityNomix’s Journey Hello, this is CityNomix from Photomo. Stepping away from the usual hustle of digital marketing, my feet led me to Ochanomizu, Tokyo. Indeed, this neighborhood harbors a place I firmly believe is indispensable when searching for Tokyo jazz records: disk Union Jazz TOKYO. Ever since Continue reading “Tokyo’s Jazz Heartbeat: A Deep Dive into disk Union Jazz TOKYO”
Today in Tokyo, a precious sunny spell graced us before the rainy season’s official arrival. It was Saturday, June 21st, 2025, a little past 2:00 PM. My business in Ochanomizu finished much quicker than expected, leaving me with some welcome free time. A thought sparked: “On a day like this, digging for music at Disk Continue reading “Hunting for Oasis Rarities at Disk Union Ochanomizu: A Fateful Encounter with the Legendary ‘JILY’ Bootleg”
Chasing London’s Groove: CityNomix Invites You on a Soulful Record Hunting Expedition Hello, this is CityNomix from Photomo. My days are usually spent strategizing in the world of digital marketing, but once I step away from the office, I transform into a traveler, camera in hand, wandering through cities 国内외, seeking out the unique cultural Continue reading “London Vinyl Odyssey: CityNomix’s Ultimate Guide to Record Store Hunting – A Journey for Sound, Soul, and Analogue Warmth”
My meeting today was in Jimbocho. This culturally rich Tokyo neighborhood is known for its universities, bookstores, curry shops, and record stores. For lunch, I, CityNomix, opted for something quintessentially Japanese yet with a unique twist: Sanuki udon. The place? Udon Maruka. It’s a name whispered with reverence among udon aficionados, a true institution. An Continue reading “Tokyo’s Udon Gem: Maruka in Jimbocho – Sanuki Noodles, Killer Tempura, and a Jimi Hendrix Soundtrack”
An Aromatic Detour in the Heart of Nihonbashi It was late afternoon on a clear day. I had just finished a meeting in Nihonbashi and was heading home, a pleasant sense of accomplishment washing over me. As I stepped out from Hakkaisan’s Sennen Kojiya, a place I’d visited before, a rich, enticing aroma suddenly tickled Continue reading “Nihonbashi’s Hidden Gem: Freshly Roasted Specialty Coffee on Demand at Yanaka Coffee”
An Oasis in Hanzomon After a Marathon Meeting The long, long meeting with the client finally ended. The clock showed 2:30 PM. I was at the peak of hunger and exhaustion, craving something to refuel my energy. Specifically, protein. Or perhaps my brain was actually craving carbs, but anyway, I needed an immediate vitality boost. Continue reading “Punk Rock Soba in Hanzomon: Soba-Usa, A Culinary Experience Worth the Trip.”
The Bustle and Quiet of Notting Hill, and the Unwavering Pull of Music & Video Exchange Notting Hill, London. For many, the name evokes images of colorful terraced houses, the vibrant Portobello Market, and romantic scenes from the eponymous film. However, for me, CityNomix, this neighborhood holds an even deeper significance. Ever since my student Continue reading “Notting Hill’s Beacon: Unearthing Treasures at Music & Video Exchange on My London Music Journey”
