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.
Best Rooftop Bars in Tokyo – 2026 Ultimate Guide
Kick back and take in Tokyo's galactic skyline
How To Do a Hanami Picnic
A modern checklist for ancient celebrations
Japan’s Gachapon and the Capsule Toy Craze
From nostalgic miniatures to working gadgets, these are the gachapon lighting up social media right now
Based in Japan: Would You Renovate an Akiya in Tokyo?
How Anton Wormann is reviving abandoned houses with a nod to tradition
The History of Patriarchy in Japan
And how history rewrote women out of power
A Guide to Setsubun and Where to Celebrate in Tokyo
Where to throw beans this weekend
Why Do Birth Rates Plummet Every 60 Years During the Year of the Fire Horse?
Debunking an old, sexist myth
Tokyo Illumination Guide for Winter 2025 – 2026
Where to catch the best illuminations in the capital this winter
Fly Direct from Tokyo to Palau, One of the Pacific’s Most Accessible Winter Getaways
Trade Tokyo’s winter chill for coral lagoons and warm island air—Palau’s new direct flight brings paradise within reach
Inside vs. Outside: Japan’s Unwritten Rule of Space
Why uchi and soto still shape how people connect, communicate, and move through everyday life in Japan
Japanese Creation Myths Born from Water
Japan’s oldest stories are told in water
This Japanese Walking Trend Boosts Fitness in Half the Time
Backed by science and TikTok hype, Interval Walking Training is transforming everyday walks in Tokyo
Where to Eat Vegan Japanese Food in Tokyo
From plant-based izakaya to soba with a jazz twist, here’s where to find vegan Japanese dishes in Tokyo
Amami Freediving: Descend into Japan’s Subtropical Sea
Experience Japan’s subtropical wilderness through the meditative depths of freediving in Amami Oshima
A Bold Shunga Exhibition Brings Edo-Era Erotic Art to Kabukicho
See Japan’s sex-positive past through 100 rare erotic woodblock prints, on view at a Tokyo Noh theater this summer.
Will There Be a Giant Natural Disaster in Japan This July?
Viral Manga-Prophet Says Yes— A Tsunami Prediction
“Ruby-chan! Hai! Nani ga suki?” Trend Explained: What It Means and Where It’s From
The sugary Japanese idol song that's got everyone asking, “Ruby-chan, what do you like?”
Tokyo Day Trip: Kawagoe’s Edo-Era Charm
Historic Streets, Sweet Shops and Edo-Era Charm
Best Mexican Restaurants in Tokyo
Our favorite spots for Mexican cuisine, from authentic to unique takes
Why Japanese People Don’t Say “I Love You”
Unpacking the quiet ways love gets expressed in Japan
Tokyo Day Trip: Enoshima Caves, Shrines and Sea Views
Escape the city with a stunning Enoshima day trip
Where to Drink Japanese Tea in Tokyo: Matcha, Houjicha and Wagashi
Where to go for an authentic steep