The Beginner’s Guide to Forest Bathing
Nine forests to explore and experience shinrin-yoku in the Tokyo area
Satin Bar Akasaka
Contemporary prohibition-era New York in the heart of Tokyo
A Guide to Zines in Tokyo
A deep dive into the world of self-published print
J-Wave Innovation World Festa
Technology meets music at this year’s festival Oct 21 – 23
Eight Japan-Based Influencers to Have on Your Radar
From Tokyo’s youngest fashionistas to its oldest DJ
Found in Translation
Tackling Japanese literature as a couple, one line at a time
The J-League: Japan’s Highest Level of Pro Soccer
From the history of the competition to the players currently dominating
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Metropolis Spring Issue 2022
“We do not grow absolutely, chronologically. We grow sometimes in one dimension, and not in another; unevenly.”
Tsukiji Theater Week March 31 – April 5
Performing art that transcends language and culture
Tokyo Neighborhood Guide: Kasuga
Heartlands: Salt Jizo, Konyakku Enma and Tokugawa connections
White Day, The Day We Become Puppets?
Exploring the history of March 14
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Something Fishy
Sturgeon is good for more than just caviar
Cute Commute
Train pass mascot goes sweet
Easter Treats
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on March 2014 As the end…
Yokai Ichigo Daifuku
Cute, somewhat scary and delicious
Beer Horn
Pure German lagers & ales in Akasaka
The Pizza Bar on 38th
An Italian twist on the chef’s table in Nihonbashi