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Arden Kreuzer

San Diego-born, Tokyo-based Arden is a writer and editor with a master’s in International Relations from Waseda University. With a background in sociology, East Asian history and journalism, she brings a thoughtful, cross-cultural lens to her work. As a senior editor at Metropolis Magazine, Arden works across print, digital and social media platforms, covering everything from cultural deep-dives to international affairs. Rain or shine, she can often be found on a terrace in one of Tokyo’s shitamachi neighborhoods, observing the everyday details that make the city so compelling.
Things To Do During Rainy Season in Japan - Metropolis Japan

Things To Do During Rainy Season in Japan

Indoor date spots, cozy escapes and creative ways to stay dry during rainy season

Japan World Cup 2026 Guide: Schedule, Players & Where to Watch in Tokyo - Metropolis Japan

Japan World Cup 2026 Guide: Schedule, Players & Where to Watch in Tokyo

The Samurai Blue are back for their eighth consecutive World Cup—here's how to follow every match from Tokyo

What Japan’s 4-0 Win Over Tunisia Means for Its World Cup Knockout Path - Metropolis Japan

What Japan’s 4-0 Win Over Tunisia Means for Its World Cup Knockout Path

Ayase Ueda scored twice as Japan dismantled Tunisia in the World Cup's 1,000th match, leaving the Samurai Blue on the brink of the knockout stage

Keito Nakamura: The Goalscorer Stepping Up in Mitoma’s Absence - Metropolis Japan

Keito Nakamura: The Goalscorer Stepping Up in Mitoma’s Absence

With Kaoru Mitoma out injured, Keito Nakamura took his chance against the Netherlands, scoring Japan's first goal of the tournament

Wataru Endo Is Out of the World Cup, and Japan’s Captain Is Walking Away for Good - Metropolis Japan

Wataru Endo Is Out of the World Cup, and Japan’s Captain Is Walking Away for Good

Japan captain Wataru Endo is out of the 2026 World Cup with a Lisfranc injury and has retired from international football. Who replaces him, and can Japan still advance?

Japanese LGBTQ+ Films To Watch in 2026 - Metropolis Japan

Japanese LGBTQ+ Films To Watch in 2026

Love, heartbreak and the untold tales of Japan’s queer community

Your Official “Hometown” Is the Imperial Palace? Welcome to Japan’s Honseki System - Metropolis Japan

Your Official “Hometown” Is the Imperial Palace? Welcome to Japan’s Honseki System

The bizarre loophole that's turning castles, stadiums and airports into official family homes

Japan Drugstore Guide: Best Japanese Sunscreen - Metropolis Japan

Japan Drugstore Guide: Best Japanese Sunscreen

 From sunscreen to aftercare, here are the best products for summer in Japan 

Does It Feel Weird To Be Naked in an Onsen? - Metropolis Japan

Does It Feel Weird To Be Naked in an Onsen?

What the Japanese bathhouse can teach us about body image

The Metropolis Agony Aunts - Metropolis Japan

The Metropolis Agony Aunts

Being Foreign in Tokyo: Our totally unqualified opinions to guide you through it.

Traditional Japanese Performing Arts - Metropolis Japan

Traditional Japanese Performing Arts

A guide to the major styles of Japanese Performing Arts

Where to Swim, Surf and Splash Near Tokyo - Metropolis Japan

Where to Swim, Surf and Splash Near Tokyo

Editor's pick of the best summer escapes around Tokyo