All posts by TF Tribe

  • Christmas tables

    GRAND HYATT ROPPONGI HILLS 6-10-3 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo Tel. 03-4333-1234 French Kitchen “Classic Bistro Cuisine” includes dishes using opulent ingredients that include foie gras and truffles, and offers a choice of main dish and the Gateau Opera,...

    • Posted November 29, 2010
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  • Why should people invest in real estate now?

    In an ever-changing world financially, one must do something to make their money grow and have some sort of retirement plan in place.  Statistics show that the majority of people have little to no money set aside...

    • Posted November 29, 2010
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  • Meet the star of Halloween Night Fever!

    On October 31st this year, spirits soared as Halloween Night Fever took Omotesando Hills’  Space O by storm.  Families from all over Tokyo and Yokohama gathered to join in the monster festivities, where dancing, games, magic, costume...

    • Posted November 29, 2010
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  • Selecting the right dog for you and your family

    Photo © Elena Derevtsova   A dog’s breed and temperament, combined with your lifestyle and personality, all play an important role in determining what kind of dog is the best fit for you. So with all the...

    • Posted October 24, 2010
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  • Pride and prejudice

    We are a Dutch/Irish family raising kids in Tokyo.  I would like to seek advice about my eldest son, 14 years of age.  We are concerned he may have a personality disorder. He is too much to...

    • Posted October 24, 2010
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  • My Sticker Family

    Here’s something new and innovative that has families stuck on them – quite liteally! The Sticker Family is a series of creative fun stickers in the cartoon forms of the members of the family – from Mom...

    • Posted October 24, 2010
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  • What is your ‘why’?

    There are so many reasons as to why someone is successful or not. Look at Harvard university for example. You take a group of students who have the same teachers, receive the same information, have access to...

    • Posted October 24, 2010
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  • Cupcakes, anyone?

    I am from London and believe it or not, I used to work in finance, but I gave up my job to follow my husband who was transferred back to Tokyo. I arrived last year.   When...

    • Posted October 24, 2010
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  • The savoir-faire of French bread and pastry making

    As more and more mums join the workforce today,  the less time they have to bake  bread for the family, making buying from the boulangerie,  the more practical option. However,  the quality, aroma and freshness of baguette...

    • Posted October 24, 2010
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  • Edo Wonderland

    Looking for a bite-size adventure in the Tokyo jungle? Here are some neat places to check out to ensure a fun-filled or educational day trip. A day trip to Edo Wonderland An awesome family park where ninjas...

    • Posted October 24, 2010
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  • The pains of teen parenting

    Photo © Elena Derevtsova   Parenting teens of today can be revolting to some but easy to others.  When the child becomes a teenager, parents are required to adapt to a different mindset.  From 11 years onward,...

    • Posted September 28, 2010
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  • November is child abuse prevention month

    Photo © Elena Derevtsova   What would you do if you regularly heard your neighbor’s child screaming in distress?  How would you respond if you noticed that your child’s friend often had unexplainable bruises?  For a foreigner...

    • Posted September 28, 2010
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  • Why people often don’t train their dogs and why they should

    Photo © Elena Derevtsova We dog lovers consider our canine companions part of our family. Some dog lovers go so far as to interpret their dog’s every action in human terms. This is where problems can begin....

    • Posted September 28, 2010
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  • The porcelain painter meets the culinary master chef

    Fueled by her passion for tableware, ceramics, and jewelry design as a child,  Fleur d’Huytesa pursued her studies at Sevre, a renowned French porcelain manufacturer where she received her first tutelage in the art.  Fleur had always...

    • Posted September 28, 2010
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  • Olivier Oddos’ Seared red tuna, tapenade potato ravioli, and sea urchin emulsion

    Seared red tuna, tapenade potato ravioli, and sea urchin emulsion  Ingredients  (1 serving) 1 (130g) Red Tuna Steak • 3 large anchovies • 2 large basil leaves • 1 proscuitto sliced • Olive oil • Salt and...

    • Posted September 28, 2010
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  • Ice paradise

    No matter where in the world, if there’s snow, there are people building snow shelters. From the beautifully illuminated kamakura snow huts of Japan to the improvised snow caves of alpinists forced to stay overnight in the...

    • Posted September 28, 2010
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  • Pumping up the party

    The season has come for celebrations! Festivities abound as the next few months see holidays creep up from around the corner, bringing about Halloween and Christmas blowouts, as well as school parties and farewell bashes for friends...

    • Posted September 28, 2010
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  • Bust a move at Halloween Night Fever!

    More fun than fright awaits families at Tokyo's biggest, most fun-filled family event this Halloween, presented by Tokyo Families Magazine and Baby Loves Disco, in cooperation with Kids No Mori.

    • Posted September 28, 2010
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  • Pottery

    Historians suggest that Japanese pottery vessels made during the Jomon era dates as far back as 10,500 BCE.   The Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS),  the official journal of the United States National Academy of...

    • Posted September 28, 2010
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  • Mediterranean Yasai Itame

    Photo © Elena Derevtsova   Many of us came back from summer vacation and have gained weight from too much eating and less physical activity.  This month’s recipe is especially dedicated to those with unwanted kilos to...

    • Posted August 30, 2010
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  • Suica or Pasmo: what’s the difference?

    How do more than 14 million people get around Tokyo each and every day? Well, most commute by bus, train, and subway, or some combination thereof.  But what are our payment options when using these methods of...

    • Posted August 30, 2010
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  • Get the party started!

    Photo © Elena Derevtsova What: In a fast-paced city like Tokyo, the days seem to pass by like minutes; and in this day and age, it does seem like kids grow up faster than the blink of...

    • Posted July 27, 2010
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  • Swimming for kids in Tokyo

    When the summer heat is just too much, there’s nothing better than a dip in the pool. Dive on in and stay cool. Stop! Rule number 1: Under absolutely NO circumstances may you dive into a municipal...

    • Posted July 27, 2010
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  • EtonHouse

    A famous Chinese proverb goes like this:  “Tell me but I’ll forget; show me so I may remember; involve me and I’ll understand.”  It is through such involvement of play and experiential learning that a child’s early...

    • Posted June 28, 2010
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  • Barcebue Parks in the city

    The great outdoors beckon as Tokyo heats up under the summer sun and the grass is greener than ever, announcing the perfect time for some family fun! Parks across the city are bustling with the sound of...

    • Posted June 28, 2010
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  • Little Marc Jacobs

    Little Marc Jacobs Indigo Double vested jacket  ¥12,600

    • Posted June 7, 2010
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  • Little Marc Jacobs & Abiloves

    Kid’s Case cardigan by Abi loves      ¥8,925   White T-shirt by Little Marc Jacobs    ¥9,450   Ivory shorts by Little Marc Jacobs ¥ 12,600

    • Posted June 7, 2010
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  • Abiloves.com

    Kid’s Case blue rain jacket by Abi loves    ¥7,245

    • Posted June 7, 2010
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  • Abiloves.com

        Kid’s Case Grey Trench  by Abi loves     ¥8,085

    • Posted June 7, 2010
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  • How can I get my kid to be a tarento?

    What is a tarento?  A tarento is similar to the English word "talent",  although the meaning slightly differs here in Japan in terms of what it takes to be one.  Get the picture?       If...

    • Posted May 28, 2010
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