Metropolis Japan

Alternatives to the Cherry Blossom Hanami

Make the most out of your springtime by ditching sakura

Celebrating Hanami with Seasonal Brunch

The Towers restaurant serves up a different approach to seasonality

How to Use a Sento or Onsen in Japan

A beginner’s guide to Japanese bathhouses

Tattoo-Friendly Sento With Saunas in Tokyo

Unwind in Tokyo’s Bathhouses and Saunas

Sento Architect Kentaro Imai and the Art of Bathing Spaces

The architecture mastermind behind today’s sento boom

Vegan Bento Hanami Essentials

Vegan bento options for a hanami picnic

Best Rooftop Bars in Tokyo – 2026 Ultimate Guide

Kick back and take in Tokyo’s galactic skyline

Your Weekly Horoscope January 23 – 30

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

Japan IT Week Spring 2026

Apr 08, 2026 at 10:00am ~ Apr 10, 2026 at 5:00pm

Read The Latest Issue Spring 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.

Events

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Explore Sustainable Lifestyle in Tokyo: Responsible Marché

May 16, 2026 at 11:00am

May 16, 2026 at 6:00pm

SENJU FRESH 2026

May 03, 2026 at 9:30am

May 03, 2026 at 7:00pm

Earth Garden Summer Festival

Jul 03, 2026 at 6:00pm

Jul 05, 2026 at 9:00pm

DMC World DJ Championship 2026

Jun 14, 2026 at 1:00pm

Aug 29, 2026 at 9:00pm

Tokyo Streets X – 4 Exhibition

Apr 21, 2026 at 11:00am

Apr 26, 2026 at 8:00pm

Short Shorts Film Festival 2026

May 26, 2026 at 10:00am

Jun 09, 2026 at 9:00pm

Chiyoda City Sakura Festival

Mar 12, 2026 at 9:00am

Apr 23, 2026 at 9:00pm

Sanja Matsuri 2026

May 15, 2026 at 12:00am

May 17, 2026 at 8:00pm

Culture

Where Did The Meme “You Met Me at a Very Chinese Time in My Life” Come From?

The TikTok and Instagram trend explained

Japanese LGBTQ+ Films To Watch in 2026

Love, heartbreak and the untold tales of Japan’s queer community

What Is Oshikatsu? How Japan’s Fandom Culture Is Redefining Connection and Self-Care

From itabags to plushies, discover how Japanese youth are finding comfort in their faves

Kagura: Theater from Heaven Joins the UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List

Kagura, a variant of Shinto theater, may not be as well known to foreigners as kabuki and noh

Living

Tattoo-Friendly Sento With Saunas in Tokyo

Unwind in Tokyo’s Bathhouses and Saunas

Top 7 Aquariums to Celebrate Sea Day in Japan

Celebrate Sea Day without going to the ocean

A Guide to the Best Independent Cinemas in Tokyo

Find your new favorite local cinema haunt

Morning-After Pill Made Available in Drug Stores In Japan

A major shift for reproductive rights

Community

Yoyogi Broadway

Tokyo slices of art, dining and nightlife

The British School in Tokyo’s New Primary School Campus

Opening in August 2023

Sumo Spotting: Where to sight Japan’s mightiest warriors

Find out how to witness one of Japan’s greatest sports and its athletes in a personal and enlightening way here in Tokyo

Opportunity Knocks

How BLINK Community is revolutionizing the traditional workspace

Mystery Memos

What’s your hot take?

EXPAT EXPO TOKYO 2022

Connect with Tokyo’s international community, businesses and services

Travel

Chiran, Kagoshima Travel Guide

Home to Kyoto-style gardens and the Peace Museum for kamikaze, Chiran offers a healthy dose of history and culture. Stephen Mansfield takes a walk.

Onomichi Travel Guide: Discover This Historic Port City

Once a pirate haunt, the port town of Onomichi in the Inland Sea still houses an intriguing array of temples, and a surprising number of cats and cat lovers. Stephen Mansfield goes exploring.