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.
My Ethical Valentine
Gift ideas good for more than your relationship
The Full Monty
Yokohama’s British pub reborn
Burger
Why use bread when you can use “chicken”
Mediabox
Lettering us have it
The Answer
Putting more ’70s tribute bands out of business
Corset
Sip and strap
Storm in a Tokyo Teacup
The notorious ex-expat wife has been forced into hiding
I Heart Goods
Loving gifts plus a heartwarming GIVEAWAY
The Collectors
A new book on otaku spaces removes the kamen from the rider
Flamenco, Flamenco
Unearthing the other side of cinema
Always: Sanchome no Yuhi 64
A massively popular film franchise can do wonders for your career
Scene Around Town
Rebirth
About the Pink Sky
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on February 2012 Most Japanese filmmakers [...]
Machine Gun Preacher
Action, drama and a socially conscious message—done not particularly well
Beginners
Honest tale of both romantic and filial love
The Hunter
Way better than Don’s making it sound
Shot Through the Heart…
Choco terminology plus other Valentine treats
Beastly
Lives up to its name
Tower Heist
Kind of works as a screwball caper comedy
Mark Holborn
Irving Penn and Issey Miyake: Visual Dialogue
February 1, 2012
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on February 2012 Cormorants disturbed while [...]
February 1, 2012
This week's required reading