Here in Tokyo, we're about halfway through the rainy season. For many of us, that means spending more time indoors, despite our best efforts to enjoy spring scenery before a long, humid summer.

Why not make the most of the situation, and catch up on some of our latest articles on Arakicho and Shinjuku?

Have you gotten to know Arakicho yet? We've been showcasing Arakicho, Shinjuku, for three months and have produced nearly a dozen articles. We've covered everything from cozy cafés to a bar run by Buddhist monks.