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November 11 is Pocky Day in Japan
The history of Pocky Day and how to celebrate
Fly Direct from Tokyo to Palau, One of the Pacific’s Most Accessible Winter Getaways
Trade Tokyo’s winter chill for coral lagoons and warm island air—Palau’s new direct flight brings paradise within reach
Wildlife in Tokyo: Tokyo Safari
A guide to the fluffiest wildlife you can spot in the city
A Guide to Tokyo’s Art Stores
Rainbowholic, Tokyo’s journaling enthusiast, shares some of her favorite spots in the city
Tokyo Autumn Foliage 2025 Guide
Quiet and lesser-known spots in and around Tokyo
Things To Do in Tokyo at Christmas and New Year 2025-2026
Live the holidays to the fullest with Metropolis' recommendations
Why Do 84 Percent of Women in Japan Think Cheating is Healthy?
Understanding infidelity in Japan
Foraging Wild Wasabi in Japan’s Mountain Streams
Where wild wasabi grows
Japan Drugstore Guide: Vitamins and Supplements in Japan
Your guide to Japan’s best immunity-boosting supplements
TOKYO HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL 2025 with DJ SODA, Yurié Collins, Michael Jackson Tribute and More
One-night-only Halloween music festival brings live performances and a ¥1,000,000 costume contest