Hilton’s Ultimate Island-Hopping Guide to Okinawa
Seven unique stays. One unforgettable island chain. Explore Okinawa’s rich culture, stunning nature and coastal charm with Hilton as your guide.
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Living
Tokyo Sumo Tournament 2026: The Complete Guide
Sumo returns to Tokyo from May 10–26, 2026, with newly promoted yokozuna Hoshoryu headlining the tournament
Sumo Tournament Tickets Go on Sale April 4—Here’s How to Get Them
Tickets for Tokyo’s May Grand Sumo Tournament go on sale April 4, 2026, and they will sell out fast
Tokyo Neighborhood Guide: Ryogoku
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Hilton’s Ultimate Island-Hopping Guide to Okinawa
Seven unique stays. One unforgettable island chain. Explore Okinawa’s rich culture, stunning nature and coastal charm with Hilton as your guide.
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September Community News & Events
Our monthly guide to what’s happening in the international community
2019 Rugby World Cup Shinjuku Megastore
Gear up and get set for a first for both Japan and the sporting world
Enaam Ahmed
The race ace back to winning ways in Japan
Miki Koyama
The Japanese driver taking on the W Series challenge
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August Community News & Events
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Travel
Cherry Blossom Lovin’ at Showa no Mori
Enjoy Cherry Blossoms at one of Chiba’s Largest Parks
Meet the Serpents of Iwami Kagura
Stepping into Japanese mythology in Iwami, Shimane Prefecture
The Perfect Road Trip Through Satsuma Peninsula
Cruise around and see what Southern Kyushu has to offer
Tohoku Kizuna Festival
Experience the culture of Tohoku’s six prefectures in one huge festival
A Second Chance at Iwate
Ghosts, ancient aliens, mannequins and more
Tokyo Time Travel: WOW RIDE
From Ginza to the virtual fantasy
Dining
LAVISH Bar
Tokyo’s Premier VIP Nightlife Experience
Kura Sushi’s New Vision for Ginza
Kura Sushi’s brand new Ginza store has a few surprises for you
Sophie at EDITION
Modern brasserie using Japanese local products
Discover the Art, Culture and Future of Tea at Tokyo’s Newest Museum
Museum of Tea Culture Creation and O~i Ocha Museum open May 1, 2024
Chocolate and CRAFT SAKE at Roppongi Hills
Join in on CRAFT SAKE WEEK 2024
Peter Rabbit Afternoon Tea in Tokyo
Nibble on charming treats at The Strings Omotesando
Literature
Book Review: A Girl’s Guide to the Islands
Not Your Typical Travelogue
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
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