Metropolis Japan

Most Popular J-Pop Artists to Watch in 2026

Who to have on your listening radar this year

A Guide to Setsubun and Where to Celebrate in Tokyo

Where to throw beans this weekend

Where to Buy Good Deodorant in Japan

Don’t sweat it, we’ve got you covered with these recommendations

Exploring Japanese Traditional Incense and the Art of Kodo

Yoshimi Higuchi and the spirit of incense

10 Lesser-Known Secondhand Bookstores in Tokyo that Sell English Books

Quirky spots to find cheap English books in Tokyo

Things To Do in February 2026

Your guide to enjoying Tokyo’s coldest month

Guide to Celebrating Valentine’s Day in Tokyo

Everything you need to know about celebrating loved ones the Japanese way

Your Weekly Horoscope January 2 – 9

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

Havana Night in Ginza

Mar 14, 2026 at 7:00pm ~ Mar 14, 2026 at 10:00pm

Read The Latest Issue Winter 2025

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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Helloween: 40 Years Anniversary Tour

May 09, 2026 at 5:00pm

May 10, 2026 at 10:00pm

Yokohama Night Flowers

Jan 24, 2026 at 7:00pm

Mar 21, 2026 at 7:30pm

Ishikawa Kyuyo Art Fair Tokyo 20

Mar 12, 2026 at 11:00am

Mar 15, 2026 at 7:00pm

GREENROOM FESTIVAL 2026

May 23, 2026 at 11:00am

May 24, 2026 at 9:00pm

RAW WINE TOKYO 2026

May 10, 2026 at 10:00am

May 11, 2026 at 5:00pm

Haunted by Memories

May 05, 2026 at 11:30am

May 05, 2026 at 2:30pm

Pirates of Tokyo Bay: English & Japanese Improv Comedy

Mar 29, 2026 at 7:30pm

Mar 29, 2026 at 9:30pm

Stradivarius Super Premium Concert 2026

Jun 07, 2026 at 7:00pm

Jun 07, 2026 at 9:00pm

Culture

Gorpcore: History of “Outdoor Fashion” and the Japanese Brands To Know

Why outdoor clothing is popular in Japan

What is Zakka Style?

A kind of curated coziness

Hungary Pavilion: A Calming Forest in the Middle of Expo 2025

Hungary’s pavilion stood out with folk music, food and craft at Expo 2025

Japanese Onomatopoeia

Everyday sounds and oddly specific quirky expressions

Living

Guide to Celebrating Valentine’s Day in Tokyo

Everything you need to know about celebrating loved ones the Japanese way

Tokyo Marathon 2026: What Runners Should Know About Staying in Central Tokyo

Smart logistics, smoother race week, faster recovery

English‑Speaking Architects in Tokyo

Your guide to Tokyo-based architects who speak your language and understand your vision

What Is Japanese Tradition? — Editor’s Letter

Should Japan stay “traditional”?

Community

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

Tokyo Life “Why are You Still in Japan?”

It can feel to some international residents like there are more reasons to leave than to stay in Japan. Thinking about your life here, why is it that you have chosen to stay?