The Rennaissance of Kombucha in Japan
Fermented fungus tea is the country’s latest upcoming trend
Reviving a Stigmatized Tradition
Tattoos from Okinawa, an Interview with Hajichi Project’s Moeko Heshiki
Girls’ Day
The colors and flavors of Hinamatsuri
How to Start Bouldering in Tokyo
From beginner to bouldering addict
Sion Sono Strikes Raw with Red Post on Escher Street
Who knew a film about making a film would be so equally provocative and satisfying?
Cherry Blossom Lovin’ at Showa no Mori
Enjoy Cherry Blossoms at one of Chiba’s Largest Parks
Tokyo Music Scene
Early 2022 Roundup
Events
Living
Tokyo Skytree launches ‘Tree of Hope’
Add your own wish ribbon of hope
Glen Wood on Battling Japan’s Problem with Paternity Leave
How balancing family and work led to a legal battle with a megabank
Conversations With a Real-Life ‘Death Midwife’
Psychic practitioner Freya Bishop on ‘virtual vigils’ and death during the COVID-19 pandemic
Cycling Tokyo
The highs and lows of living in the 16th most bicycle-friendly city in the world
Community
Travel
Dining
Calbee’s Chips gets Creative
The snack makers fuse caramel with potato
Café Greed
The New York café experience in Yoyogi-Koen
Fico & Pomum Juice
No need to ask—here’s a smoothie operator
Pino Wonderland
Cup-shaped bites of winter
Sarabeth’s Chocolate Explosion
Cocoa pancakes from New York dessert makers
Homemade Protein Bar
Make your own healthy, high-fiber treat