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In Praise of Shadows

In Praise of Shadows

A new translation sheds light on East-West duality
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
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Living

National Azabu: Tokyo’s International Supermarket Mecca 

National Azabu: Tokyo’s International Supermarket Mecca 

Launching online shopping and home delivery 
Unwrapping the Reality of Recycling in Japan

Unwrapping the Reality of Recycling in Japan

How Japan’s relationship with recycling turned from “mottainai” to “shouganai”
Metropolis Magazine Autumn 21 Issue Out Now

Metropolis Magazine Autumn 21 Issue Out Now

“Behind the Scenes Tokyo” and the people inspiring the city

Espace Beaute Thalgo

Espace Beaute Thalgo

Energize your mind and body with the ocean’s natural healing powers
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Dining

Bento

Bento

Crucially necessary
Parklife

Parklife

Give your zen some love
Watering Hole

Watering Hole

Home-brew heaven in Yoyogi
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Here?

The famous stoner duo hit the bistro business
Reopen

Reopen

The happening hotbed is back—in Roppongi
Doorstep Delights

Doorstep Delights

Get what you want from Tokyo’s delivery spots
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