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Kura-Kura
The land of shochu gets a craft beer infusion
Peace of the Action
As Japan commemorates the end of WWII, local activists spread an antiwar message
Cooking the Books
Metropolis rounds up the latest culinary-themed titles to hit stores in Japan
A Legacy of Emotion
Why do people care so much about the death of pro wrestler Mitsuharu Misawa?
Bustin’ Down the Door
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on July 2009 This documentary looks [...]
Bolt
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on July 2009 A pampered celebrity [...]
Tsuge
Yakitori gets a creative twist in an unexpected location
Death at a Funeral
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on July 2009 This dark British [...]
La Valenciana
This new tapas bar could do with a little more flair
Spirit Parties
Japan's Obon and summer festivals are loud and mad enough to wake the dead - Here are a few of the major events being held around the country during the coming month.