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Improvazilla Impro Dojo: English Improv Classes in Tokyo

Improvazilla Impro Dojo: English Improv Classes in Tokyo

Nov 11, 2026 at 7:30pm ~ Nov 11, 2026 at 9:30pm

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Autumn 2026

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Culture

Hungary Pavilion: A Calming Forest in the Middle of Expo 2025

Hungary Pavilion: A Calming Forest in the Middle of Expo 2025

Hungary’s pavilion stood out with folk music, food and craft at Expo 2025
Japanese Onomatopoeia

Japanese Onomatopoeia

Everyday sounds and oddly specific quirky expressions
David Bowie Through the Eyes of a Japanese Photographer

David Bowie Through the Eyes of a Japanese Photographer

Masayoshi Sukita reflects on collaborations with the icon
Traditional Japanese Tea Guide: Beyond Matcha

Traditional Japanese Tea Guide: Beyond Matcha

21 types of Japanese tea you should know
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Living

Spend a Day at BOTANICAL POOL CLUB, Japan’s Bali-Esque Pool Resort

Spend a Day at BOTANICAL POOL CLUB, Japan’s Bali-Esque Pool Resort

BOTANICAL POOL CLUB’s summer day pass includes pools, saunas and a poolside BBQ, just in time for summer
A Guide to Purple Shampoo and Toner in Japan

A Guide to Purple Shampoo and Toner in Japan

How to keep blonde hair cool-toned in Japan
The Best Skateparks in Tokyo

The Best Skateparks in Tokyo

A skater’s guide to the best skateparks across Tokyo
Based in Japan: Luke Bridgford on Starting His Camping Car Venture

Based in Japan: Luke Bridgford on Starting His Camping Car Venture

Finding freedom on four wheels
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Community

March Community News & Events

March Community News & Events

Our monthly guide to what’s happening in the international community
February Community News & Events

February Community News & Events

Our monthly guide to what’s happening in the international community
January Community News & Events

January Community News & Events

Our monthly guide to what’s happening in the international community
Rugby’s Rising Sons And Daughters

Rugby’s Rising Sons And Daughters

Japanese children play the game at Ageo Rugby School
Carter the Unstoppable Rugby Machine

Carter the Unstoppable Rugby Machine

All Blacks hero talks to Metropolis about his career and new life in Japan

The Hive Jinnan

The Hive Jinnan

Work and play come together at The Hive Jinnan
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Travel

Tokyo Train Guide: Setagaya Tram Line

Tokyo Train Guide: Setagaya Tram Line

A little break from the capital rush

The Echoes of KYOTOGRAPHIE

The Echoes of KYOTOGRAPHIE

How creative events can shape our communities
Be an Organic Farmer for the Day

Be an Organic Farmer for the Day

A hands-on alternative to a typical Tokyo day-trip

Ako: Spend a Weekend in a City of Legends

Ako: Spend a Weekend in a City of Legends

(And enjoy some of Japan’s best shio ramen while you’re there)

Choose Your Own Adventure in Hamamatsu City

Choose Your Own Adventure in Hamamatsu City

Enjoy mouthwatering unagi in the former home of Tokugawa Ieyasu
UENO FIRST CITY HOTEL

UENO FIRST CITY HOTEL

The simple joy of a laid-back breakfast
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Dining

Samurai Restaurant

Samurai Restaurant

Wild samurai unleashed: Shinjuku’s premier entertainment experience
Sakura Sweets Selection at Grand Hyatt Tokyo

Sakura Sweets Selection at Grand Hyatt Tokyo

It’s that time of the year again: Sakura!
Matisse Exhibition Afternoon Tea

Matisse Exhibition Afternoon Tea

Artful Afternoon Tea
CENSU TOKYO

CENSU TOKYO

An artful omakase dining experience

Good Eats

Good Eats

Our latest picks for dining in Tokyo
AC House

AC House

A 9-course menu cooked without boundaries
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Western Movies in Japanese Cinemas

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