For Expats in Japan

After 23 years in Tokyo salons, Kenji ranks the 3 best hair dryers for expats — Bioprogramming Repronizer 4D Plus, Dyson Supersonic, and Panasonic nanoe. Which one is actually worth buying in Japan?

How does Kérastase Chronologiste Huile compare to other popular hair oils? Tokyo hairstylist Kenji — who uses it in every salon session — compares it honestly against Moroccanoil, Olaplex, TSUBAKI, and standard drugstore oils. Which is worth the price?

Kérastase Chronologiste is the brand's most prestigious anti-aging hair line. Tokyo hairstylist Kenji — who uses the Huile Chronologiste oil in every salon session — gives his complete assessment of each product, who needs it, and how to build the right routine.

Tokyo hairstylist Kenji explains why hair oil is essential after straightening — what it does, which one he recommends, and exactly how to apply it for the best results.

Your blowdryer is the most-used heat tool on your hair. Tokyo hairstylist Kenji explains what to look for in a dryer for straightened or color-treated hair — and which one he uses in the salon.

Honest review from Tokyo hairstylist Kenji — heat protection, frizz control, and shine for post-straightening hair in Japan's humidity.

Tokyo hairstylist Kenji's honest review of SBCP Raw Mineral Shampoo — who it works best for, realistic results timeline, and how to use it for post-straightening hair care.