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.
Flavors of the year
Metropolis staffers pick their favorite new restaurants of 2008
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