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Tokyo Music Scene: New Releases May 2023

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What’s Happening in Tokyo this June?

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The Small Screen

What Metropolis’ staff is watching this month
Omen

Omen

Lo-fi songstress’ journey through musical genres
Romero Britto Interview

Romero Britto Interview

Metropolis interviewed Brazilian artist Romero Britto, the king of color. Britto shares insight into his creative world.
Chinese Football: Live Review

Chinese Football: Live Review

Wuhan-born math rock band at Tokyo’s Live House Fever
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Metropolis Winter Issue 2022

Metropolis Winter Issue 2022

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Based in Japan: Unleashing Potential in Challenged Children

Based in Japan: Unleashing Potential in Challenged Children

An interview with NPO Chairman Roland Thompson
Caffeine-free Chocolate

Caffeine-free Chocolate

Enjoy this caffeine-free, sugar-free chocolate substitute
More Desirable Than Tokyo?

More Desirable Than Tokyo?

Introducing Yokohama
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Cute Commute

Cute Commute

Train pass mascot goes sweet
Easter Treats

Easter Treats

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Yokai Ichigo Daifuku

Cute, somewhat scary and delicious
Beer Horn

Beer Horn

Pure German lagers & ales in Akasaka
The Pizza Bar on 38th

The Pizza Bar on 38th

An Italian twist on the chef’s table in Nihonbashi
Sweet Greens

Sweet Greens

A Japanese sweet goes savory
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Western Movies in Japanese Cinemas

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