Metropolis Winter Issue 2024

Metropolis Winter Issue 2024

See what's inside and where to pick up a copy

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Photo Credit: Mariam Bingayan Tuazon

Our Metropolis Winter 2024 Issue is out now and the theme is Edo!

 This issue, we journey back to Edo times. Step into Japan’s historic charm with a tour of Tokyo’s Edo-inspired eateries, a trip to Kanazawa, one of Japan’s best-preserved Edo cities, and more. We host an exclusive interview with YouTuber Matcha Samurai, and round up top winter events that honor the spirit of this remarkable period. Join us as we unveil the layers of history that shaped Japan and, under the surface, continue to influence it today.

We showcase local businesses to help international residents, top spots for tourists to visit, trendsetters in the spotlight and much, much more in Metropolis Winter 2024.

Matcha Samurai

Whether you’re a new reader or you’ve been picking up Metropolis since we first launched, we wish you a warm welcome to our Winter Issue.

Read this issue’s stories by picking up a magazine copy around Tokyo (locations below) or online.

If all that’s still not enough for you, follow us on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook for the very latest updates on our articles and Tokyo news. If you’re looking to dive into the music scene here, check out our Spotify, and if you’d ever like to get in touch with us, whether you have a story to share or just have a question, drop us a message at editor@metropolisjapan.com or DM us on Instagram. We always love hearing from you! 

Read Metropolis Winter 2024 Online Here

Metropolis Winter 2024 Issue Highlights

Matcha Samurai | Tradition Meets Humor

Kimono | Reimagined with Kara Harris

Forging Bonds | Restoring Samurai Armor in Malta

Deep Tokyo | Savor the Flavors of the Edo Era

Tokyo Events | Your Edo-Inspired Calendar

Based in Japan | Lafcadio Hearn and Japanese Folklore

A Tale of Time And Maps | In Edo Japan

Whispers of Edo | Travel to Kanazawa

Maokomodake | The Traditional Health Food Making a Comeback

Edo Firefighters | Legends and the Art of the Brave

Love Hotels | From Edo-Era Eroticism to Modern Retreats

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:

Book 1st Shinjuku

Books Kinokuniya Tokyo

Junkudo Bookstore Ikebukuro

Kinokuniya Main Store Shinjuku 

Maruzen Bookstore Marunouchi

National Azabu Supermarket Minamiazabu

Nissin World Delicatessen Higashi Azabu

Tower Records Shibuya

Tower Records Shinjuku

HMV Shinjuku EAST

Soul Food House Azabu

Full list

Have a great season! Stay tuned for our Spring Issue 2025. 

In the meantime, follow us on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and Spotify
for all our latest articles and Tokyo news.