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Okinawa’s Ocean Playground

Okinawa’s Ocean Playground

Infinite possibilities in a breathtaking location

The Treasure Islands of Tokyo

The Treasure Islands of Tokyo

Experience Tropical Life, Without Leaving Tokyo
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Are My Japanese In-Laws Racist?

Navigating cultural differences, stereotypes and generational values
Studio Ghibli on the Page

Studio Ghibli on the Page

The best books of Hayao Miyazaki’s Ghibli universe
Michelin Guide 2021 Takeout Deals in Tokyo

Michelin Guide 2021 Takeout Deals in Tokyo

Enjoy food from the best in the comfort of home
The Fukushima Diamond Route

The Fukushima Diamond Route

A cut above the rest
“Cobra Kai” and the American Gaze on Okinawa

“Cobra Kai” and the American Gaze on Okinawa

How the Karate Kid franchise perpetuates and problematizes an American fantasy

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Asian University for Women: Japan Annual Fundraising Event

Asian University for Women: Japan Annual Fundraising Event

Apr 10, 2025 at 6:30pm ~ Apr 10, 2025 at 9:30pm

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The Master: Akaji Maro

The Master: Akaji Maro

Metropolis interviews Japan’s most acclaimed butoh actor and director
Suigian

Suigian

Embracing traditional Japanese culture through performance, cuisine and history
Akram Khan: Chotto Desh Review

Akram Khan: Chotto Desh Review

Britain’s most acclaimed contemporary dancer brings shortened version of global hit to Yokohama
Contesting Myths

Contesting Myths

Best-selling writer Robert Whiting reviews a history of Japanese “samurai baseball”
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What’s Happening in Tokyo this March?

Metropolis recommends the best gigs, exhibits and festivals this March
Speaking the Emperor’s English

Speaking the Emperor’s English

A brief history of the royal family’s foreign language skills
My Neighborhood Sento

My Neighborhood Sento

How Japan’s bath house ritual transformed my life
What’s Happening in Tokyo this February?

What’s Happening in Tokyo this February?

13 events to kick off the spring season
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Adult Ice

Adult Ice

Take your kakigori like a grown-up
Cider

Cider

Subtly flavored non-alcoholic bevvies
Kanagawa Comestibles

Kanagawa Comestibles

Noshing around southern Kanto
Puffy

Puffy

Suck the sap from your… bun?
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Ta-im Israeli Cuisine

Ta-im Israeli Cuisine

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