Tokyo Story: A Guide to the City's Best Cultural Hangouts, Shops, Bars and Eateries

Tokyo Story is your guide to a truly surprising city.

Japan's capital is a buzzing metropolis that may seem immense, but look close and you'll find it's made up of smaller neighborhoods, each with their own unique feel. Each themed chapter of this guide tells the tale of Tokyo's rich history, culture and flavor to give you the full travel experience. You'll find future fashions, the best ramen you've ever had, ultra-cool listening bars, crazy moments of pop culture and fantastic things that are free.

Beautifully designed with the essence of this magical city in mind, Tokyo Storyis an intimate curation of iconic locations and hidden gems. You'll also find some handy tips on navigating Tokyo and Japanese etiquette. Explore under neon lights and out-of-this-world fashions or roam hidden enclaves that still have classic Edo charm - make the most of every moment (and every season). There is simply no other place in the world like Tokyo.

Author: Michelle Mackintosh,Steve Wide
Publisher: Hardie Grant Books
Published: 02/24/2026
Pages: 264
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.50lbs
Size: 8.20h x 6.70w x 1.00d
ISBN: 9781741179477

About the Author

Michelle Mackintosh has been obsessed with Japan since her first visit in the late 1990s. Based in Melbourne, Australia, Michelle and her partner Steve now call Japan their 'home away from home', spending at least three months of the year there. Michelle is a book and stationery designer, and illustrator. She has won numerous book design and graphic design awards both in Australia and internationally. Michelle has written multiple books on analogue correspondence and sustainable gift giving, she has a wrapping paper range sold in Japan and her work has been exhibited in Tokyo. Together Steve and Michelle have written, designed and illustrated over 10 books on Japan, some of which have been translated into multiple languages.

Steve Wide and Michelle Mackintosh have been obsessed with Japan since their first visit in the late 1990s. Based in Melbourne, Australia, they now call Japan their 'home away from home', spending at least three months of the year there. Steve has a masters in creative writing and has written over 20 books. He is also a DJ and has toured with international bands and interviewed many music icons. Together Steve and Michelle have written, designed and illustrated over 10 books on Japan, some of which have been translated into multiple languages. Together Steve and Michelle have written, designed and illustrated over 10 books on Japan, some of which have been translated into multiple languages.