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.
Emergency Evacuation Backpack List
Be prepared if disaster strikes
Your Japanese Summer Reading List 2026
Our best new recommendations from Tokyo’s literary scene
Japanese Luxury Fruits and Where to Find Them in Tokyo
Where to buy fancy fruit and why it costs so much
Japan’s Captive Capital: Trillions Locked Up In “Dementia Money”
The growing crisis of inaccessible wealth for Japan’s economy and families
8 Art Events in Tokyo To Visit This Spring
Fill your calendar with these must-see art exhibitions
Date Night Ideas in Tokyo
Best spots for a creative Tokyo date
Anime and Manga to Keep an Eye on in 2026
From returning blockbusters to new adaptations shaping the anime landscape this year
Anime and the Adverse Effects of Growth
Milking the proverbial cash cow dry
Easter in Tokyo: Japan’s Cutest Treats This Year
Celebrate Easter with treats that are equally beautiful and delicious
English-Speaking Mental Health Services in Tokyo
A comprehensive guide to get the right help for you in Japan