Things To Do in Tokyo in January
A rundown of the best events in Tokyo this January
A rundown of the best events in Tokyo this January
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Kagura, a variant of Shinto theater, may not be as well known to foreigners as kabuki and noh
The world’s fandoms converge
Certified bangers, no skips
Literary symbol or cultural cliche?
What to Expect from Japan’s Biggest Fashion Event
There’s so much more to him than being a meme
A rundown of the best events in Tokyo this January
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Hungary’s pavilion stood out with folk music, food and craft at Expo 2025
Narrative-led experience, British inventions and a mascot named PIX
Iceland, Finland, Sweden, Denmark and Norway
Cold Drinks, BBQ and Live Performances
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Buddies in Collaboration with Metropolis
Life in the Seto Inland Sea town of Tomo-no-Ura
Kyoto’s charms without the hordes of tourists
Hokkaido dairy – the cream of the crop
Japan’s Volcanic Heartland
The highest peak in the “Playground of the Gods”
Trade Tokyo’s winter chill for coral lagoons and warm island air—Palau’s new direct flight brings paradise within reach
Where to book a festive meal this season—from skyline hotels to cozy brasseries
How KFC became Kentucky Fried Christmas in Japan
A chilly dessert for a frosty morning
The coziest winter dessert is back for Christmas
Experience the warmth of the holidays through artful sweets, rich savories and festive hotel lounges across Tokyo
Japan’s original eco bags
Metropolis’ Editorial Team reviews the best new cookbooks for gourmands and oenophiles
Japan’s oldest stories are told in water
From the cheeky to the horrific
Love, identity, and the untold tales of Japan’s queer community
Honkaku, thrillers and crime sagas — Japan’s got it all
A quietly compelling meditation on architecture and desire