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

Murderer’s Row

A rogue’s gallery of heinous killers reveals the dark soul of a nation

Nuun

This stylish vegetarian- friendly restaurant defies expectations

Game On!

A new book takes readers inside Tokyo’s game centers and offers tips on how to clean up

M Café de Chaya

It’s easy to eat your fill of veggies at this L.A.-inspired cafe

Yufuin

Hot springs and mountain climbing await in this slice of Kyushu

Latin Lover

Pop singer, erotic actress, lingerie model, pro-sex activist—Aya Sugimoto is a one-woman cultural phenomenon. Now she’s adding tango to her repertoire

Kagurazaka Stagione

Enjoy modern Italian in an elegant Japanese setting

A Tour for all Seasons

By land, sea or air, Tokyo’s sightseeing companies have an outing that’s right for you

Peter

On its first anniversary, the Peninsula Tokyo’s flagship restaurant continues to dazzle