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.
Exploring Izu’s Interior
Head inland, and the peninsula is full of surprises
Abandoned Water Park
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on June 2009 This abandoned water [...]
Time Out Café
The listings bible hopes to conquer Tokyo—but can it conquer Liquidroom?
Director of Chaos
After tantalizing Japanese audiences in films like Suicide Club and Love Exposure, director Sion Sono makes his scariest move yet: a big-budget Hollywood production
Train Talk
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on June 2009 Roberto De Vido [...]
Hung Jury
Changes to Japan's legal system may energize the debate over capital punishment
Jaime Pastor
Japan is just beginning to discover the delights of Iberico ham, says the Asia rep of a renowned Spanish food company
Gindaco
Enjoy bite-size tastes of Kansai in Ginza
Bonaparte
A fun crowd and a vast menu await at this Ikebukuro wine bar
Tall Order
Some of Tokyo's iconic buildings are being lost to zoning laws that were intended to improve the city
Fish Stories
A simple set of rules for pairing sushi and wine
Siam Thai Cuisine
Enjoy the flavors of Bangkok in an unlikely location
Tsuki no Usagi
Sample inventive drinks and eats at this intimate Ginza dining bar
Band of Sisters
After finding fame as otaku idols, the Nakano Fujoshi Sisters are striking gold as a boy group
Tokyo Fringe Festival
Now in its third year, the performing arts fest welcomes all comers
Highway to Hell
Or, why I hate driving in Japan
Spring slurping
Head to these classic restaurants to enjoy the city’s best soba
State of Play
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on May 2009 Russell Crowe’s a [...]
Guido per Eataly
This Italian transplant puts an unpretentious spin on fine dining
Akeno Gekijo
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on May 2009 Name: Akeno Gekijo [...]
Cafe Ano
Enjoy authentic Czech cooking in the heart of Tokyo
Oendan
Enjoy student prices—and student uniforms—at this tachinomiya