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Mieko Kawakami’s ‘Heaven’

Mieko Kawakami’s ‘Heaven’

One of the most anticipated Japanese novels of 2021

Konstantin Ishkhanov and Tomomi Nishimoto

Konstantin Ishkhanov and Tomomi Nishimoto

Launching the Japan Grande Classico Music Festival
Fresh Ink: ‘May Morning Flowers’ and ‘A Crooked Posture’

Fresh Ink: ‘May Morning Flowers’ and ‘A Crooked Posture’

The English-langauge debut of two of Kanoko Okamoto’s never-before translated works
“Tokyo Junkie” by Robert Whiting

“Tokyo Junkie” by Robert Whiting

The 60-year evolution of Tokyo: From gritty student activism to a glowing metropolis

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Living

Does Japan Have an Army?

Does Japan Have an Army?

Re-examining Japan’s military power and the Japanese Self-Defense Forces
Pop-Up Stores in Tokyo: August 2024

Pop-Up Stores in Tokyo: August 2024

Fill up your summer wardrobe and enjoy themed cafés.
Tokyo American Club

Tokyo American Club

A community of authenticity and organically fostered diversity 
Low-Alcohol Craft Beer “Small Trip” Hits Tokyo

Low-Alcohol Craft Beer “Small Trip” Hits Tokyo

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Dining

Hang Out

Hang Out

A vegan bar-dining experience in Shibuya
Rainbow Bird Rendezvous

Rainbow Bird Rendezvous

Quirk it up at this Naka-Meguro vegan joint
Summer Servings

Summer Servings

Seasonal feasts straight from your kitchen
Colorful Fizzy Candies

Colorful Fizzy Candies

A bubbly treat that’s equal parts educational and yummy
The Kakigori Chronicles

The Kakigori Chronicles

A guide to Tokyo’s iciest treats
China Pretz

China Pretz

Pretzel sticks in Chinese flavor
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Western Movies in Japanese Cinemas

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