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Art/Cult and Commerce: Japanese Cinema Since 2000

Art/Cult and Commerce: Japanese Cinema Since 2000

A review of American film critic Mark Schilling’s new book

‘Followers’: The Highs and Lows of Insta-fame

‘Followers’: The Highs and Lows of Insta-fame

Mika Ninagawa, Tokyo’s top creative, on her new hit Netflix show
Single Review: Pastel ‘Let You’

Single Review: Pastel ‘Let You’

Making a cross-genre blend of electronic funk and jazz in Taiwan

Metropolis Playlist: Spring 2020

Metropolis Playlist: Spring 2020

Music for your morning commute and other desperate times
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Living

Weave Place – Asakusa Kaminarimon

Weave Place – Asakusa Kaminarimon

Convenient modern apartments in the heart of traditional Tokyo

Things to Do in Tokyo in March

Things to Do in Tokyo in March

The rundown of the best events in Tokyo this March
What’s Happening in Tokyo This March?

What’s Happening in Tokyo This March?

Festivals, flea markets, and music to celebrate spring
Tokyo Neighborhood Guide: Shotengai and Kushiyaki in Musashi Koyama

Tokyo Neighborhood Guide: Shotengai and Kushiyaki in Musashi Koyama

Heartlands: Local gems in the overlooked periphery of Tokyo
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Dining

Appley Sips

Appley Sips

Nikka Whisky’s new apple-flavored libations
People & Things

People & Things

Café with the facade of a clothing store
Bondi Cafe

Bondi Cafe

Surf’s up at this beach-themed restaurant
Nature Doughnuts

Nature Doughnuts

Munchies almost too cute to munch on
Royal Garden Cafe, Aoyama

Royal Garden Cafe, Aoyama

Food that looks and tastes good—and does good for the environment
Bandai Christmas Cakes

Bandai Christmas Cakes

The video game giant makes festive treats
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Western Movies in Japanese Cinemas

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