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What Is Reibobyo? Japan’s Air-Conditioning Sickness, Explained

That fatigue from stepping out of Tokyo’s summer heat into a blast of office AC has a name, it’s not just in your head

Confessions of a Hostess Boyfriend

Overcoming jealousy and finding true love

Japan: The White Man’s Last Refuge?

Are Japan’s ‘White Gods’ enjoying the benefits of “sexist” cultures abroad?

Japan Drugstore Guide: Insect Repellent in Japan

Best Japanese insect repellents recommended by pharmacists in Japan

Knowing Your Sake and Shochu

Become an expert at the Japan Sake and Shochu Information Center

Tokyo Game Show 2026: Full Guide to Lineup, Events and How to Watch

What to expect from Japan’s biggest gaming event

Beating the Heat: A Practical Guide to Heatstroke in Japan

What the record numbers say, how to spot heatstroke early, and what to buy to stay safe

Your Weekly Horoscope July 24 – 31

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.

Events In Tokyo This Week

Spider-Man Swings Into Japan Theaters on July 31

Jul 31, 2026 at 12:00am ~ Oct 30, 2026 at 12:00am

Read The Latest Issue Summer 2026

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.

Events

Tsukiji Hongwanji Bon Odori 2026: Summer Festival in Tokyo

Jul 29, 2026 at 6:00pm

Aug 01, 2026 at 9:00pm

CAFERES JAPAN 2026

Aug 04, 2026 at 10:00am

Aug 06, 2026 at 5:00pm

Soirée Blanche 2026: An All-White Summer Party with Champagne Free-Flow at Grand Hyatt Tokyo

Jul 04, 2026 at 6:00pm

Sep 12, 2026 at 9:30pm

Gerhard Oppitz Tokyo Piano Recital 2026

Nov 25, 2026 at 7:00pm

Nov 25, 2026 at 9:00pm

Paul Gilbert: Japan Tour 2026

Oct 21, 2026 at 7:00pm

Oct 22, 2026 at 11:00pm

The Great Van Gogh Exhibition: Café Terrace at Night

May 29, 2026 at 9:00am

Aug 12, 2026 at 5:30pm

Jingu Gaien Fireworks Festival 2026

Aug 08, 2026 at 7:30pm

Aug 08, 2026 at 8:30pm

Yuzuki’s “Samutai” Brings Painting and Film Together at biscuit gallery

Aug 06, 2026 at 1:00pm

Aug 11, 2026 at 7:00pm

See All Events Events This Week Events Next Week

Culture

G-Shock’s First-Ever Pokémon Watch Hits Japan Shelves July 17

The limited-edition GA-110PKM-7A goes on sale in Japan July 17, priced at ¥33,000 and built around the franchise’s original 1996 color scheme

Creative Museum Tokyo: The Creative Origins of Mamoru Hosoda

Original artwork, storyboards, and immersive displays showcase the work of Mamoru Hosoda.

“This Lifestyle Isn’t Healthy”: The Salaryman Who Quit His Job to Become a Street Musician in Japan

The handpan artist who bet on himself

International Artists Coming to Japan in 2026 & 2027

Major global acts to add to your calendar in Japan

Living

Tokyo Disneyland Ticket Price Increase: What’s Changing This October

Peak-day admission will increase to a record ¥12,400 and ending the last free Fast Pass

What Is Reibobyo? Japan’s Air-Conditioning Sickness, Explained

That fatigue from stepping out of Tokyo’s summer heat into a blast of office AC has a name, it’s not just in your head

Confessions of a Hostess Boyfriend

Overcoming jealousy and finding true love

Japan: The White Man’s Last Refuge?

Are Japan’s ‘White Gods’ enjoying the benefits of “sexist” cultures abroad?

Community

Keito Nakamura: The Goalscorer Stepping Up in Mitoma’s Absence

With Kaoru Mitoma out injured, Keito Nakamura took his chance against the Netherlands, scoring Japan’s first goal of the tournament

The Best Skateparks in Tokyo

A skater’s guide to the best skateparks across Tokyo

Wataru Endo Is Out of the World Cup, and Japan’s Captain Is Walking Away for Good

Japan captain Wataru Endo is out of the 2026 World Cup with a Lisfranc injury and has retired from international football. Who replaces him, and can Japan still advance?