June 17, 2022
Metropolis Summer Issue 2022
See what's inside and where to pick up a copy
By Metropolis
Our Metropolis Summer Issue 2022 is out now! In this issue, we asked our writers to show us the most beautiful, human examples of defiance, perseverance and resilience in Tokyo and across Japan. Find a copy around Tokyo (locations below) or read it online.
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Issue highlights:
Indomitable Eats | The Time-Tested Restaurants of Tokyo that Keep Bouncing Back
Indelible Bonds | The Recent Revival of Japanese Tribal Tattoos and the Plight of its Indigenous People
Stefanie Arianne on Acting in Japan | Pushing through Barriers, Doubt and Discrimination to Become a Star
The Plight of an Artist | How Reylia Slaby Pours Her Inner World into Her Art
Wielding Afro Cabbages and Snow Monsters | Conversations with Ryotaro Sakurai and the Community Saving Tohoku Tourism
The Story of the Humble Kebab | Celebrating the Chefs and Workers Behind the Spiced Meat Counters of Tokyo
The FUJIROCKER Phenomenon | 25 Years of Community, Ponchos and Homecomings
About Town | Get Involved and Make Your Voice Heard
Where to find a copy of Metropolis:
Here’s our full list (they go fast, so hurry!)
Or read it online
Some of our favorite spots are:
Kinokuniya Main Store Shinjuku
National Azabu Supermarket Minamiazabu
Nissin World Delicatessen Higashi Azabu
Have a wonderful summer season! Stay tuned for our Autumn Issue 2022.
In the meantime, follow us on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and Spotify
for all our latest articles and Tokyo news.