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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 23 – 30

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

Japanese Calligraphy Exhibition Tokyo: Our Country 2026

Japanese Calligraphy Exhibition Tokyo: Our Country 2026

Oct 06, 2026 at 11:00am ~ Oct 11, 2026 at 7:00pm

Read The Latest Issue Autumn 2026

Autumn 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

Scientific Literature About an Unscientific World

Scientific Literature About an Unscientific World

Kanji Hanawa divulges society’s absurdity in two translated novellas

Shuta Hasunuma: FULLPHONY

Shuta Hasunuma: FULLPHONY

An unconventional orchestra reflecting the changing sound of Japan

Highlights from Rakuten Fashion Week Tokyo 2021 S/S

Highlights from Rakuten Fashion Week Tokyo 2021 S/S

Virtual shows, rainy rooftop catwalks and mask fashion

Marihiko Hara: Passion Composed

Marihiko Hara: Passion Composed

The Kyoto-based multitalent on recording his latest album

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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

Doritos meets Wasabi and Soy Sauce

Doritos meets Wasabi and Soy Sauce

The tortilla gets spicy—in Japanese

Okonomiyaki Santekan

Okonomiyaki Santekan

A taste of Osaka in Roppongi

Ogusokumushi Senbei

Ogusokumushi Senbei

Deep sea creature flavored crackers

Rich Mango Caramel Popcorn

Rich Mango Caramel Popcorn

Mike Popcorn’s new flavor of popcorn

Mint Dars

Mint Dars

Morinaga’s new flavor of mint

Baskin Robbins takes Chocolate Form

Baskin Robbins takes Chocolate Form

Ice cream flavor in a bar

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Literature

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Japanese Movies

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Western Movies in Japanese Cinemas

Tom and Jerry

Vivarium

The Outpost

Feels Good Man

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