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.
Spirited Away
In her newly translated memoir, Sakie Yokota recounts a mother's ultimate nightmare
Tsunahachi
The main branch of a popular tempura chain gets everything right
Year of the beer
Celebrating the highlights of 2008—plus a few brew-fueled countdown parties
Turning Japanese
Get your new year off to a crafty start by learning a traditional hobby
Nakae
Sample horseflesh in all its forms at this old-style Minowa eatery
Last call for Kabukicho
As the iconic Koma Theater goes under the wrecking ball, is this the end of Tokyo’s notorious red-light district?
Ehon no Kuni no Alice
Enjoy a winter wonderland in this new fantasy haven
Mother Esta
Eat healthy and hearty at a relaxing bistro by the water
Annus Scandalous
A year’s worth of food safety scandals has upset Japan’s applecart
Tatsukichi
Enjoy kushiage without the grease at this Shinjuku skewer specialist
The Giving Season
Picking presents is easy with our can't miss gift guide.
Odd Jobs
Foreigners are finding creative ways to make a living in Tokyo
Ebisusan
An eatery with heart, literally
Hot Water
Tokyo’s onsen are open and ready for business
Churari
Enjoy island-style dining in a casual Harajuku setting
Showa Sweetness
Nostalgia for the postwar era has revived the market for vintage snacks and toys. From 200-year-old shops to gleaming mega-malls, everything old in Tokyo is new again
Gion Kahala
Vegetables are the star of the show at this new Nishi-Azabu grill
Amabiki Village
Escape the ordinary at an outdoor sculpture exhibit in Ibaraki
Sonoko Café
Get a taste of all-natural cooking in a casual Ginza setting
Peace Prize
After going missing in Mexico for more than 30 years, Taro Okamoto’s Myth of Tomorrow is about to be unveiled inside Shibuya station. Here’s the inside story of the efforts to recover and restore one of the artist’s most stunning works.
Get Out The Vote
The 2000 US Presidential election proved that every vote counts—especially those cast from overseas. This time around, expats are making sure their voices are heard
Sugamo
The obachan version of Takeshita Dori awaits in northern Tokyo