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.
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.
What To Do in Tokyo When it Rains
Indoor date spots, cozy escapes and creative ways to stay dry during rainy season
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