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Nick West: On Paper

Nick West: On Paper

An exhibition at CLOUDS ART + COFFEE in Koenji
The Legacy of SEALDs

The Legacy of SEALDs

Past members of blistering political activist group SEALDs discuss legacy and continuity
Danchi Dreams

Danchi Dreams

Fascinating photography series explores the danchi – Japanese housing projects first introduced in the 1960s
‘Interesting Conversation’ with Nils Frahm

‘Interesting Conversation’ with Nils Frahm

Nils Frahm on his All Melody tour, the classical misnomer and whether Japan can save the world
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Living

What’s Happening in Tokyo this June?

What’s Happening in Tokyo this June?

Soak up some culture in Tokyo’s rainy season

Getting the COVID-19 Vaccine in Japan

Getting the COVID-19 Vaccine in Japan

Everything you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccine in Japan

The Story of the Ainu

The Story of the Ainu

And the remains of Japan’s colonial legacy
The Diversity of Tokyo’s Architecture

The Diversity of Tokyo’s Architecture

Photography highlights from Metropolis readers

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Dining

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Opening

Campari and handmade pasta in Hiroo
Matsuri

Matsuri

Party time in Asagaya this Sunday
Jamie Paquin

Jamie Paquin

Canada’s heavenly nectar in Tokyo
Closing

Closing

Goodbye deal at Ebisu Zest Last Night
Fare

Fare

Stuff your face in Tachikawa
Panda

Panda

A bear’s den of delights on the Chuo line
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Western Movies in Japanese Cinemas

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