Metropolis
Metropolis is Japan's No. 1 English magazine, covering the nation's culture, fashion, entertainment and lifestyle for both local residents and aficionados abroad.
Thanksgiving in Tokyo 2026 at Bistro Vino
Nov 21 – Nov 29, 2026
Festive Christmas and Holiday Dinners in Tokyo 2026
Where to book a festive meal this season—from skyline hotels to cozy brasseries
Protected: CHILLAXY Ikebukuro and Kabukicho: Two New CBD Spots to Discover in Tokyo
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Japan 9.9 Earthquake Alert Retracted After System Error
A misread quake near Kamchatka led to the first withdrawal of a public warning in Japan
Your Japanese Autumn Reading List 2026
Our best new recommendations from Tokyo’s literary scene
Halloween Afternoon Tea in Tokyo 2026
Celebrate Halloween with Tokyo's sweetest treats
Tokyo Weather in October: What to Do, Wear & What’s Happening
Temperatures, rainfall, daily outfits and the seasonal events worth planning around this month
Japan’s Wild Mushrooms
When autumn settles over Japan's mountains, wild mushrooms emerge in abundance across the forests
The Prince Park Tower Tokyo Christmas 2026
A Story of Light Turns Children's Art Into Food, Cocktails and Light Displays
Protected: Meet Tokyo Stash: Japan’s Local Favorites, Shipped Worldwide
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Endemic Species That Only Exist on Specific Japanese Islands
Japan's remote southern islands have quietly produced some of the world's rarest wildlife
The Best Cozy Anime to Watch
Lazy, low-stakes shows built around small joys, good food and quiet landscapes
Beyond Wellness®: ℃RYO TOKYO® Combines Cryotherapy and Light Therapy in Tokyo
Time and health — perhaps we only truly understand their value when we begin to lose them
Free Support for Foreign Residents in Tokyo: Meet the Help Desk Solving Your Biggest Headaches
A government-run service that helps international residents with everything from bank accounts to daycare
Metropolis Autumn Issue 2026
See what's inside and where to pick up a copy
Neo Speed Park: Go-Kart Paradise in Chiba
Japan’s premier karting experience
Tokyo Weather in September: What to Do, Wear & What’s Happening
A month-by-month look at temperatures, rainfall, daily outfits, and the events worth planning around
Onomichi Travel Guide: Discover This Historic Port City
Once a pirate haunt, the port town of Onomichi in the Inland Sea still houses an intriguing array of attractions
Silver Week 2026 in Japan: Dates, Crowds, and What to Do in Tokyo
Japan's first full five-day Silver Week, with crowd forecasts and the best ways to spend it in Tokyo
TaiKouRou Tokyo: The Jumbo Gyoza Legend That’s Taking Over Your Feed
This 75-year-old restaurant near Tokyo Station serves a dumpling three times the size of a standard gyoza
Protected: CWorks Intelligence and Navigator
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The World’s First: Japan’s Viral Cold-Water Instant Noodles
Inside the Hiyashi cup noodle craze