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Finally Mine! PORTER TANKER 2WAY Duffle Bag (S) Black Review & The Secret to Free Store Tags

2026年3月7日 by CityNomix

Front view of a black Porter Tanker 2WAY Duffle Bag (S) with a shoulder strap and a pink fur charm attached

Hello, this is CityNomix from Photomo. Thank you so much for the overwhelming response to my previous review of the PORTER TANKER Iron Blue XL Backpack. Many of you shared my sentiment: “The XL is perfect for travel, but I need something compact for daily use.” Reading your comments, I found myself nodding in agreement. Continue reading “Finally Mine! PORTER TANKER 2WAY Duffle Bag (S) Black Review & The Secret to Free Store Tags”

The “Oasis Reunion Bubble” at Tower Records Shibuya: A Look at ¥50,000+ Vinyl and the Surging Prices of Vintage Cassettes

2026年2月22日 by CityNomix

UK original 12-inch vinyl record of Oasis's Whatever on a shelf with a price tag.

Hello, this is CityNomix. When I’m not crunching numbers in the digital marketing world, I’m out walking the streets, trying to capture the raw energy of the city. This time, I paid a visit to a sanctuary for music lovers worldwide: Tower Records Shibuya. My mission was simple. I wanted to see how the Continue reading “The “Oasis Reunion Bubble” at Tower Records Shibuya: A Look at ¥50,000+ Vinyl and the Surging Prices of Vintage Cassettes”

The Pinnacle of Japanese Utility: Why I Invested in the “Iron Blue” Porter Yoshida Tanker Backpack XL

2026年2月14日2026年2月3日 by CityNomix

Flat lay of three Porter Yoshida & Co. Tanker series bags in Iron Blue: a backpack, a shoulder bag, and a small pouch on a textured carpet

Tokyo, Marunouchi. Amidst the red brick station and sleek skyscrapers, I found myself at “KURA CHIKA by PORTER,” a sanctuary for bag enthusiasts. Stepping inside, I felt a rush of nostalgia mixed with the thrill of discovering something genuinely new. I’m CityNomix. Today, I’m sharing my journey with a true masterpiece of Japanese Continue reading “The Pinnacle of Japanese Utility: Why I Invested in the “Iron Blue” Porter Yoshida Tanker Backpack XL”

Nihonbashi Sake Discoveries: Tradition Meets Innovation at Hakkaisan Sennen Kojiya

2025年6月18日 by CityNomix

A bottle of special junmai genshu sake, recommended to be chilled in the freezer for a sherbet-like texture.

The early summer sun cast a pleasant glow over Nihonbashi as I wrapped up a client meeting. My steps felt lighter, buoyed by the successful discussion. It was then that the crisp, clean taste of an Hakkaisan sake I’d recently enjoyed came to mind. “I believe there’s an Hakkaisan shop in COREDO Muromachi,” I mused. Continue reading “Nihonbashi Sake Discoveries: Tradition Meets Innovation at Hakkaisan Sennen Kojiya”

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

2025年6月14日 by CityNomix

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”

Nigel Cabourn in Tokyo: A Journey into Vintage-Inspired Menswear at Hankyu Men’s

2025年5月26日 by CityNomix

Beyond the Bustle of Yurakucho: An Encounter with Authenticity On Sunday, May 25, 2025, around 11:00 AM under a slightly overcast sky, I found myself heading to Hankyu Men’s Tokyo, a distinguished department store in Yurakucho, Tokyo. My mission was clear: a visit to the Nigel Cabourn floor. This wasn’t just any shopping trip; it Continue reading “Nigel Cabourn in Tokyo: A Journey into Vintage-Inspired Menswear at Hankyu Men’s”