Synopsis

Tokyo, a perennial destination for travelers, has undergone a profound shift since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. In a series titled *Tokyo Stories*, Peter Barakan interviews residents who call the city home but do not share a Japanese heritage, exploring how their lives have been altered. This installment features Mateusz Urbanowicz of Poland, who offers vivid glimpses of the city – from the vibrant displays in independent shops to the atmospheric, rain-slicked neon nights. He reflects on