Top Paranormal Spots for Ghost Hunting in Tokyo
Eight of Tokyo’s most paranormal spots
Gucci Osteria Tokyo
Dine at the house of Gucci in Ginza for a theatrical evening of excellence
A Tale of Two Chinese Cuisines in Japan: Machi Chuka and Gachi Chuka
“Neighborhood Classics” vs “Authentic Delicacies,” plus top restaurant picks for each category
Osaka Noh Festival 2024
A Timeless Tradition Meets Modern Innovation Ahead of EXPO 2025
The Healing Power of Doga
Find out about dog yoga and pet adoption in Tokyo
Where to Find Pumpkin Spice Lattes in Tokyo
Metropolis’ hunt for the fall favorite drink
Tokyo Stands in Solidarity to Support Palestine
How Tokyo Activists Unite for Palestinian Rights
Events
Living
Halloween in Tokyo 2024
Our roundup of spooky events to fill your calendar
“Wotagei” Virtual Night SHOWCASE
Experience the future of Japanese pop-culture in Shinjuku
The Origins of Japanese Curry
The surprising international history of one of Japan’s most beloved comfort foods
Halloween Afternoon Tea in Tokyo 2024
Celebrate Halloween with Tokyo’s sweetest treats
Community
Kimiko Date
Celebrated former tennis player talks trials, triumphs and Wimbledon
July Community News & Events
Our monthly guide to what’s happening in the international community
The 2019 Rugby World Cup
A complete overview of this year’s competition in Japan
Damiano Cunego
From cycling champion to cycling mentor
Captain Marvel
Metropolis talks to Japan soccer captain, Saki Kumagai, ahead of the Women’s World Cup
June Community News & Events
Our monthly guide to what’s happening in the international community
Travel
Awakening Atami
The hot spring town with memories of an era gone, but not lost
Discover Odawara
The city that made an era
APARTMENT HOTEL MIMARU
A home away from home
MOSHI MOSHI ROOMS: ORIGAMI
Harajuku pop culture and Japanese tradition
Carnivals, Cuisine and Leisure
Experience Macao this holiday season
illi Shimokitazawa
Premium ‘sleepovers’ in the trendy neighborhood
Dining
Suigian
In conversation with founder, artist and traveler Hideotomo Kimura
9 Anime-Themed Pop-Up Shops in Tokyo Summer 2023
The capital’s sweetest offerings for the summer
Matcha as A Modern Meditation and A Path to Happiness
Nobuko Yamazaki on using traditional ritual to tune into our inner selves
Tropical Afternoon Tea at Il Lupino Prime
Savor the flavors of summer in Italy and Hawaii
Café Nado: Yokohama’s Newest Korean Dessert Spot
Bringing South Korea to Yokohama
Tokyo’s Best Restaurants for Philippine Food
The best spots to dine
Literature
Me Against the World by Kazufumi Shiraishi
“Is this book a novel trying to do philosophy or is it philosophy masquerading as a novel?”
Quit Your Band!
Despite the overwhelming odds, the underground scene perseveres
(English) Booker Prizes
Where the English-reading expat goes for books
100 Views of Tokyo
Not just your run-of-the-mill views, these illustrations are intimate, surprising, and occasionally fantastic
5 Ways to Get Lit
By lit, we mean literature
Drawing Travels
Christine Mari Inzer illustrates her Japan experience
Movies
