Culture
Beauty as a Weapon
How one misanthropic French film director is gaining traction in Japan
Lagerphones feature interview
The Australian band's upcoming tour and Japan addiction
Tokyo Geek’s Guide
The new English-language guide to all things otaku in the nation’s capital
The Screaming Insects Of Summer
A Guide To Japanese Cicadas
Vinyl Fever
The growth of Discogs in Japan opens up the country’s crates to the West
Tokyo Humanities Project
Bringing the creative together
Manga and music collide with Metempsychosis
The latest release from Zoom Lens unites the forces of indie music with independent manga
How to Build an Idol
Part 1: DIY necrolatry
Niche Idols’ Latest Sounds
Idol groups that extend their artistic abilities beyond the cookie-cutter cutesy dances and songs.
Immerse yourself in Japanese art
Some suggestions for those looking for a hands-on experience in Japanese art.