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Does Japan Have an Army?

Does Japan Have an Army?

Re-examining Japan’s military power and the Japanese Self-Defense Forces

Japanese Whisky

Japanese Whisky

Review of Brian Ashcraft’s ‘Japanese Whisky: The Ultimate Guide to the World’s Most Desirable Spirit’

Pop-Up Stores in Tokyo: August 2024

Pop-Up Stores in Tokyo: August 2024

Fill up your summer wardrobe and enjoy themed cafés.

American Steak Dinner For Two at ANA InterContinental Tokyo

American Steak Dinner For Two at ANA InterContinental Tokyo

Dine in Japanese summer festival style

Tokyo American Club

Tokyo American Club

A community of authenticity and organically fostered diversity

Fresh ink: Kitagawa Chiyo Conclusion

Fresh ink: Kitagawa Chiyo Conclusion

Read the moving end of the working-class fable “The Silk Sandals”

Watch Local and International Football Talent Play in Japan

Watch Local and International Football Talent Play in Japan

In this highly expected face-off, Japanese and international teams are showcasing their talents

Your Weekly Horoscope August 16 – 23

Horoscope

See what the stars have in store for you this week. World-renowned astrologer Cathryn Moe discusses love, money, luck and all else in this weekly series.

Events In Tokyo This Week

HANDS ON TOKYO: LIVES TOKYO 2026

HANDS ON TOKYO: LIVES TOKYO 2026

Sep 12, 2026 at 3:00pm ~ Sep 12, 2026 at 7:00pm

Read The Latest Issue Summer 2026

Summer 2026

Read our latest print magazine online and browse all the locations across Tokyo and the Kanto Region where you can pick up a copy for yourself.

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Culture

10 Must-Visit Tokyo Art Events in February 2021

10 Must-Visit Tokyo Art Events in February 2021

Cel animation, Warhol, sculpture and more

5 (Translated) Japanese Novels to Read in 2021

5 (Translated) Japanese Novels to Read in 2021

New works by Mieko Kawakami, Haruki Murakami and more

Fresh Ink: ‘Tales of the Zashiki Children’ by Kenji Miyazawa

Fresh Ink: ‘Tales of the Zashiki Children’ by Kenji Miyazawa

The English-language debut of a prolific Japanese writer

Developing a Creative Economy in Tokyo

Developing a Creative Economy in Tokyo

Founder Jimi Okelana speaks on establishing ON-1 and innovative entrepreneurship in Japan

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Living

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

Brought to you by REVO BREWING

Empowering Youth: One Young World Japan

Empowering Youth: One Young World Japan

Interview with the visionaries shaping the next generation of leaders

GENTLE Sushi Bar

GENTLE Sushi Bar

The omakase experience you’ve been searching for

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Community

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Travel

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Dining

The Craft of Beer

The Craft of Beer

Hideki Mochizuki brews goodness in Atsugi

Castaway IPA

Castaway IPA

A dry-hopped Hawaiian brew with a citrus flare

Baird Brewing Company

Baird Brewing Company

Shizuoka beer worth celebrating

Tokyo Craft Beer Adventures

Tokyo Craft Beer Adventures

A taste of Southern California in the city

Far East Bazaar

Far East Bazaar

Healthy snacks for on the go

Mensho Taketora

Mensho Taketora

Tigers and ramen in Roppongi

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Literature

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Japanese Movies

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Western Movies in Japanese Cinemas

Freaky

Dreamland

Herself

Tesla

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