Your Summer Reading List 2026
Our best new recommendations from Tokyo’s literary scene
Our best new recommendations from Tokyo’s literary scene
Is Japan’s silence pushing families away?
How a man, a dog and the internet united for good
The exotic and erotic foods of Japan to titillate your taste buds, and more
Literary symbol or cultural cliche?
Good Eats: The Art of Attention
Where to buy fancy fruit and why it costs so much
Apr 03, 2026 at 5:00pm
May 08, 2026 at 6:30pm
May 02, 2026 at 11:00am
May 06, 2026 at 5:00pm
May 03, 2026 at 4:00pm
May 06, 2026 at 6:30pm
May 10, 2026 at 7:30pm
May 10, 2026 at 8:30pm
May 09, 2026 at 5:30pm
May 10, 2026 at 6:30pm
May 15, 2026 at 5:30pm
Sep 30, 2026 at 10:00pm
Jun 14, 2026 at 1:00pm
Aug 29, 2026 at 9:00pm
May 11, 2026 at 9:00am
May 17, 2026 at 7:00pm
Our best new recommendations from Tokyo’s literary scene
Literary symbol or cultural cliche?
A Creature of Fallout and Postwar Memory
*bing bong*
Is Japan’s silence pushing families away?
How a man, a dog and the internet united for good
The growing crisis of inaccessible wealth for Japan’s economy and families
Hayakawa’s beautiful crafts
A next-generation district built around innovation, culture and global exchange
A home-away-from-home for your pet, with an English-speaking team
Buddies in Collaboration with Metropolis
See what’s inside and where to pick up a copy
Escape the summer heat
Enjoy Japan’s favorite spring ritual safely
Seven unique stays. One unforgettable island. Explore Okinawa’s rich culture, stunning nature and coastal charm with Hilton as your guide.
Here is what the locals say.
A weekend in Hirafu’s luxury bubble, staying at Niseko Kyo and dining at Masonry
Simon Rowe braves the storms and heads down to Shikoku’s “Typhoon Ginza,” Cape Ashizuri.
Debuting in Kyoto’s historic Gion district in spring 2026
Greater Tokyo’s unexpected spotlight, courtesy of one baby monkey.
The exotic and erotic foods of Japan to titillate your taste buds, and more
Where to buy fancy fruit and why it costs so much
Celebrate Easter with treats that are equally beautiful and delicious
Where to find Korean BBQ, traditional stews and modern Korean dining
Haidilao is not the only choice
From ancient Olympic superfood to fuwa-fuwa fandom
Our best new recommendations from Tokyo’s literary scene
Literary symbol or cultural cliche?
Looking back at the Japanese literary icon 30 years after the translation of her debut novel ‘Kitchen’
How a trope lasted from its birth in theatre to its role in anime
The 1983 illustrated story that helped shape Miyazaki’s later films
Which do you trust: your memory or the crowd?