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.
FOREST IN THE CLOUDS
Rainswept trails and lush beauty await in Costa Rica's Monteverde Nature Preserve
Geisha for a Day
Kyoto's makeover studios offer visitors a new twist on tradition
Southern comfort
Indonesia’s most vibrant village replenishes heart, mind and soul
The Jingle Hop Has Begun…
As the countdown to the holidays continues, Metropolis offers a look at both cool and traditional options for adding a Japanese flavor to your holiday shopping
Show time
Nagoya is a city of potential heading into Expo 2005
Waterworld
Float across the watery heart of Brunei’s capital, Bandar Seri Begawan
Rock Of Ages
Elvis schoolmate, former Yankees shortstop, protegé of mafia don Joe Colombo—rocker Jimmy Angel’s colorful life shows no signs letting up
Mountain dew
A retreat restores the senses in the highlands of Fukushima
Turquoise Baths
Warm, white sand meets an ocean of blues in a remote corner of the South Pacific
Sea world
A grueling 25-hour boat ride ends in the idyllic island chain of Ogasawara
Train spotting
The Trans-Siberian Railway is an epic journey that begins right at Japan’s doorstep
In Praise of Slowness
Yunishigawa offers a leisurely glimpse into Japan's illustrious past
Block party
A guide to fun on the fringe at Hong Kong’s nightlife district of Lan Kwai Fong
The Middle Way
Andrew McHugh embarks on a timeless pilgrimage in Tokyo’s tranquil backyard.
The Simple Life
City slicker Matthew Reiss takes a breather along Shikoku’s Shimanto River.
The Lost World
In search of an ancient civilization swallowed by the sea, Carlo Niederberger plunges into the waters off Yonaguni.
Ask Mr. Movie Man
Faced with a bewildering plethora of new movie releases this Golden Week, self-indulgent Metropolis film critic Don Morton interviews himself.
Nature Trails
Hakkakuso in Tateyama offers a jumping-off point for cycling, swimming, and the well-preserved charm of Japanese fishing villages. Steve Trautlein heads to the coast.
High Tea
Cha and music have long been Nagasaki's two great passions. Simon Rowe hops on a tram to sample the Kyushu city's delights.
The Hill is Alive
Grab your coats and your wallets for a tour of the best of Osaka with local boy Simon Rowe.
Room at the Top
A new wave of luxury hotels is shaking up the industry in Tokyo like never before. Can they all survive? Chris Betros checks in.
Building Up
Tokyo's chaotic sprawl serves as the breeding ground for playful and cutting-edge building design. Stephen Mansfield tours the city's architectural highlights.