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Manga and music collide with Metempsychosis

Manga and music collide with Metempsychosis

The latest release from Zoom Lens unites the forces of indie music with independent manga
How to Build an Idol

How to Build an Idol

Part 1: DIY necrolatry
Niche Idols’ Latest Sounds

Niche Idols’ Latest Sounds

Idol groups that extend their artistic abilities beyond the cookie-cutter cutesy dances and songs.

Immerse Yourself in Japanese Art

Immerse Yourself in Japanese Art

Some suggestions for those looking for a hands-on experience in Japanese art.

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Living

Community-Minded Design

Community-Minded Design

POJ Studio spotlights artisanship through female entrepreneurship

Skill Up With TUJ Continuing Education

Skill Up With TUJ Continuing Education

Program offers discounted remote education options for spring 2021
What We’re Watching This Summer

What We’re Watching This Summer

Staff picks from fashion YouTuber to outlandish animation and Netflix dramas
Viral TikToker Teaches Anti-Racism in the Classroom

Viral TikToker Teaches Anti-Racism in the Classroom

Patrick Smith aka ‘thepaperpat’ opens up about his experiences
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Dining

Sam Choy

Sam Choy

Hawaii’s celebrity chef brings some exciting new cuisine to the skies
Kimono Wine Bar

Kimono Wine Bar

Fujimamas Mk. 2, anyone?
Paint the Town Green

Paint the Town Green

Tokyo gets ready for a slew of St. Patrick’s Day shenanigans
Vegetable Sushi Potager

Vegetable Sushi Potager

Who says you need fish to make sushi?
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Rossella Ceccarini, author of Pizza and Pizza Chefs in Japan: a Case of Culinary Globalization
Bento

Bento

Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on February 2011 The words “corporate…
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Japanese Movies

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Western Movies in Japanese Cinemas

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