Finding The Strokes cassette: A 2026 Tokyo Analog Ritual

The Strokes 'Is This It' cassette tape on fabric.

The crisp, freezing wind of Helsinki still lingers inside my mind. My head floats in a familiar, foggy jet-lagged haze. Stepping off the plane, the sensory transition hits me hard. I leave behind the sleek, silent Nordic minimalism. Instead, I plunge straight into the overwhelming density of Tokyo. I find myself naturally wandering into a Continue reading “Finding The Strokes cassette: A 2026 Tokyo Analog Ritual”

Must-Visit Record Shop in London: Rough Trade East

Exterior view of Rough Trade East

A Cultural Landmark for Music Lovers in the Heart of Brick Lane On a cloudy November afternoon in London, I found myself drawn to Rough Trade East, nestled just off Brick Lane. This is no ordinary record store—it’s a music hub that doubles as a record label and a cultural venue. For fans of indie, Continue reading “Must-Visit Record Shop in London: Rough Trade East”