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Based in Japan: Kimono Stylist Kara Harris - Metropolis Japan

Based in Japan: Kimono Stylist Kara Harris

Harris' journey to both preserve and push the boundaries of an age-old tradition

Love Hotels in Japan: From Edo-Era Eroticism to Modern Retreats - Metropolis Japan

Love Hotels in Japan: From Edo-Era Eroticism to Modern Retreats

The storied past and present-day role of Japan’s love hotels

English-Speaking Vets in Tokyo - Metropolis Japan

English-Speaking Vets in Tokyo

A comprehensive guide for pet owners

Japanese High School Students Are Waiting for Their First Kiss - Metropolis Japan

Japanese High School Students Are Waiting for Their First Kiss

Youth intimacy declines in Japan as self-pleasure rises

Pop-up Stores in Tokyo January - Metropolis Japan

Pop-up Stores in Tokyo January

Illuminations, exhibitions and more

Based in Japan: Back to the World of XTRA - Metropolis Japan

Based in Japan: Back to the World of XTRA

Growing stardom as a Tokyo content creator and artist

Shinbashi Tamakiya’s Modern Take on Edo’s Traditional Delicacy: Tsukudani - Metropolis Japan

Shinbashi Tamakiya’s Modern Take on Edo’s Traditional Delicacy: Tsukudani

How a centuries-old Japanese staple is making waves with unexpected pairings

Forging Bonds: The Samurai Armor Restoration - Metropolis Japan

Forging Bonds: The Samurai Armor Restoration

The appearance and restoration of samurai armor in Malta

Kura Sushi Brings the World to the Table With 70 International Dishes at Osaka-Kansai Expo - Metropolis Japan

Kura Sushi Brings the World to the Table With 70 International Dishes at Osaka-Kansai Expo

A World of Flavors: Kura Sushi’s International-Inspired Menu

Matcha Samurai: Tradition Meets Humor  - Metropolis Japan

Matcha Samurai: Tradition Meets Humor 

Setting the record straight on Japanese culture

Kura Sushi’s New Gift System - Metropolis Japan

Kura Sushi’s New Gift System

High-quality sushi with a side of entertainment

10 Best Expert-Recommended Health Supplements in Japan - Metropolis Japan

10 Best Expert-Recommended Health Supplements in Japan

Power your fitness journey with BODYPOWER

Step Into Luxe Tokyo - Metropolis Japan

Step Into Luxe Tokyo

Ginza’s latest hotspot

Based in Japan: Life Where I’m From With Greg Lam - Metropolis Japan

Based in Japan: Life Where I’m From With Greg Lam

Understanding daily life in Japan

Nanae Sakurai JapanGem - Metropolis Japan

Nanae Sakurai JapanGem

Crafting custom jewelry, just for you

Elana Jade - Metropolis Japan

Elana Jade

Health, wellbeing and beauty at this tranquil and friendly Azabu Juban salon

The Colorful and Healthy Art of Japanese Pickle Recipes - Metropolis Japan

The Colorful and Healthy Art of Japanese Pickle Recipes

The history, recipes and health benefits of Japan’s pickles

Japan Drugstore Guide: The Best Cold Sore Creams in Japan - Metropolis Japan

Japan Drugstore Guide: The Best Cold Sore Creams in Japan

A list of cold sore creams and treatments available in Japan

Tokyo Pop-up Stores December 2024 - Metropolis Japan

Tokyo Pop-up Stores December 2024

Our top five picks for December pop-ups

The Heart of Kabukicho: ZEROTOKYO - Metropolis Japan

The Heart of Kabukicho: ZEROTOKYO

Japan’s nightlife reimagined

Voyager Stand and Voyager Lounge - Metropolis Japan

Voyager Stand and Voyager Lounge

 Shibuya’s best new night spots

Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel  - Metropolis Japan

Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel 

Creativity in a waterside post town

Navigating Cross-Cultural Divorce in Japan - Metropolis Japan

Navigating Cross-Cultural Divorce in Japan

Setagaya Yoga Law Firm: Providing family law expertise

Wagyu Dining at Teppanyaki Ittetsu Tokyo - Metropolis Japan

Wagyu Dining at Teppanyaki Ittetsu Tokyo

Artistry and flavor at Teppanyaki Ittetsu located within the Dai-ichi Hotel Tokyo

Japanese Jewelry Brand Bizoux Releases Iconic Collection - Metropolis Japan

Japanese Jewelry Brand Bizoux Releases Iconic Collection

Celebrating Japanese craftsmanship and vibrant color stones with Bizoux's latest jewelry line

What to Do in a Medical Emergency in Japan - Metropolis Japan

What to Do in a Medical Emergency in Japan

A guide to English-speaking hospitals and emergency care

Pop-Up Stores in Tokyo: November 2024 - Metropolis Japan

Pop-Up Stores in Tokyo: November 2024

Pokémon as traditional Japanese crafts, anime fragrances and Hello Kitty’s birthday pop-up

Kura Sushi Flagship Store to Open at the Osaka-Kansai Expo - Metropolis Japan

Kura Sushi Flagship Store to Open at the Osaka-Kansai Expo

Where sustainability and innovation come together

Little Darling Coffee Roasters - Metropolis Japan

Little Darling Coffee Roasters

Aoyama's trendy neighborhood coffee house

ASMR, Head Spas and the Rise of Calm Culture - Metropolis Japan

ASMR, Head Spas and the Rise of Calm Culture

How YouTuber ASMR Twix is redefining relaxation in Tokyo

Discover the Magic of Kabuki - Metropolis Japan

Discover the Magic of Kabuki

Japan's traditional theater experience

This Japanese Grandma’s First Day of High School - Metropolis Japan

This Japanese Grandma’s First Day of High School

Baachan's belated back to school at 85 years old

Tokyo’s “Sexy” Aquarium is Back - Metropolis Japan

Tokyo’s “Sexy” Aquarium is Back

Japan finds new ways to talk about sex

Taste Fantasy Japanese Fruit Gummy Flavors That Don’t Exist  - Metropolis Japan

Taste Fantasy Japanese Fruit Gummy Flavors That Don’t Exist 

An overview of the latest fantasy flavors to hit Japan

“Wotagei” Virtual Night SHOWCASE - Metropolis Japan

“Wotagei” Virtual Night SHOWCASE

Experience the future of Japanese pop-culture in Shinjuku

Digital Detox in Tokyo - Metropolis Japan

Digital Detox in Tokyo

Best tech-free zones to unplug and recharge