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Escape to Zaltana Cabin in the Mountains of Nagano

Escape to Zaltana Cabin in the Mountains of Nagano

A log cabin retreat where city life feels a world away
Metropolis Autumn Issue 2025

Metropolis Autumn Issue 2025

See what’s inside and where to pick up a copy

Gorpcore: History of “Outdoor Fashion” and the Japanese Brands To Know

Gorpcore: History of “Outdoor Fashion” and the Japanese Brands To Know

Why outdoor clothing is popular in Japan
Why Does Japan Drive on the Left?

Why Does Japan Drive on the Left?

A journey from samurai practicality to British train operations

Discover Japan’s Autumn Colors at Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort

Discover Japan’s Autumn Colors at Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort

Explore Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort this autumn with foliage, hikes, alpine views and activities
Tokyo Train Guide: Mita Line

Tokyo Train Guide: Mita Line

A central Tokyo adventure
What Slime Mold Revealed About Tokyo’s Railway System

What Slime Mold Revealed About Tokyo’s Railway System

Slime mold biology meets urban design: how a brainless organism confirmed the genius of Tokyo’s railways and may inspire future infrastructure

Horoscope Your Weekly Horoscope August 29 – September 5

Horoscope

See what the stars have in store for you this week. World-renowned astrologer Cathryn Moe discusses love, money, luck and all else in this weekly series.

Event Events In Tokyo This Week

”KAORI NO ATELIER” Japanese Incense Workshop

”KAORI NO ATELIER” Japanese Incense Workshop

Dec 21, 2025 at 1:00pm ~ Dec 21, 2025 at 6:00pm

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Winter 2025

Read our latest print magazine online and browse all the locations across Tokyo and the Kanto Region where you can pick up a copy for yourself.

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Culture

Review of “Too Big To Care: Adopt Sustainable Business Practices or Embrace Defeat” by Glen S. Wood

Review of “Too Big To Care: Adopt Sustainable Business Practices or Embrace Defeat” by Glen S. Wood

Can big business be kinder to society?
The Art of Japanese Plating

The Art of Japanese Plating

A highly codified process that makes food look as good as it tastes
The Best Japanese Indie Films You’ve Never Seen 

The Best Japanese Indie Films You’ve Never Seen 

A selection of Japanese films that redefine independent cinema
LOVEHO SELECTS Featured Artist: chiapas

LOVEHO SELECTS Featured Artist: chiapas

Featured artist of January 2024
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Living

Tsukimi: Japan’s “Forgotten” Moon Celebration

Tsukimi: Japan’s “Forgotten” Moon Celebration

From agricultural ritual to Heian court culture to a McDonald’s burger
Noku Kyoto: Hotel With a Decade of Hospitality in Japan’s Ancient Capital

Noku Kyoto: Hotel With a Decade of Hospitality in Japan’s Ancient Capital

Celebrate Noku Kyoto’s 10th anniversary with 40% off stays
Neo Speed Park: Go-Kart Paradise in Chiba

Neo Speed Park: Go-Kart Paradise in Chiba

Japan’s premier karting experience
Guide to Tokyo Hiking in Autumn

Guide to Tokyo Hiking in Autumn

Our top nine trails to try this year
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Community

Why Won’t Japan Allow This Trans Woman’s Marriage? 

Why Won’t Japan Allow This Trans Woman’s Marriage? 

The case that broke the Japanese legal system
The Diversity of Tokyo’s Architecture

The Diversity of Tokyo’s Architecture

Photography highlights from Metropolis readers

Tokyo Skytree launches ‘Tree of Hope’ 

Tokyo Skytree launches ‘Tree of Hope’ 

Add your own wish ribbon of hope 
Medical Clinic Hiroo 

Medical Clinic Hiroo 

Top-class medical care for the whole family 
Virg’s Global Dance Contest: “Volume One”

Virg’s Global Dance Contest: “Volume One”

With K-POP celebrity guest judge MINZY 
Based in Japan: Ria Scott

Based in Japan: Ria Scott

“Do you want fear or freedom?”
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Travel

Seoul Revisited: Finding Retro Japanese Architecture in Korea

Seoul Revisited: Finding Retro Japanese Architecture in Korea

Buildings and Memory in Early 20th-Century Korea
Take a Slow Train to Izu

Take a Slow Train to Izu

The peninsula of sun, sea, and spa
Ise Shrine: Japan’s Holiest Site

Ise Shrine: Japan’s Holiest Site

Rebuilding the sacred heart of Japan
Auberge TOKITO Grand Opening

Auberge TOKITO Grand Opening

Truly rich Japanese cuisine and experiences
East Nara Nabari

East Nara Nabari

A natural playground rich with scenic beauty and historic attractions
Kamigori Travel Guide

Kamigori Travel Guide

Getting off the beaten path to find peace and beauty in Hyogo
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Dining

Chocolate and CRAFT SAKE at Roppongi Hills

Chocolate and CRAFT SAKE at Roppongi Hills

Join in on CRAFT SAKE WEEK 2024

Peter Rabbit Afternoon Tea in Tokyo

Peter Rabbit Afternoon Tea in Tokyo

Nibble on charming treats at The Strings Omotesando
“Bougie” Spots to Eat and Drink in Tokyo

“Bougie” Spots to Eat and Drink in Tokyo

Explore the latest trends in dining at locations created by premier fashion brands

Café & Gallery Kiougama

Café & Gallery Kiougama

Experience Kiougama traditional handmade pottery

The Grill&Seafood Hokkaido Chimunii Ginza Store

The Grill&Seafood Hokkaido Chimunii Ginza Store

Flavors of Hokkaido in the heart of Tokyo
Egan’s Bonder’s Blend

Egan’s Bonder’s Blend

Hitting Japanese shelves in April
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Literature

Matthew Chozick on Dancing in Japanese

Matthew Chozick on Dancing in Japanese

The American-born actor, writer and translator discusses ‘Eiko & Koma’
Body Language

Body Language

Poetry, dance and translation in Eiko & Koma
Tokyo Ueno Station

Tokyo Ueno Station

Yu Miri’s latest novel offers an intimate insight into a harsher side of Tokyo
INTO THE VOID

INTO THE VOID

Joy Waller’s ‘Pause :: Heartbeat’ explores the human extreme
Wieland Wagner Interview

Wieland Wagner Interview

A German perspective on Japan’s working culture
Oyako: An Ode to Parents and Children

Oyako: An Ode to Parents and Children

An array of intriguing portraits of Japanese oyako

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Movies

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