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Tokyo Art Tank Vol. 16: Summer Contemporary Art Exhibition in Shibuya

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Podcast: Metropolis On Air 3

Podcast: Metropolis On Air 3

Interviews with Baye McNeil, also known as Locohama, Koichi Nishigaki, plus unusual soft drinks, making reservations in Japanese, and more.
Sonny B

Sonny B

Bay Area rapper brings Japan-Cali connection
Cinematic Underground: July 26, 2015

Cinematic Underground: July 26, 2015

Doc on Brazilian photographer Sebastião Salgado, Wild Tales, and more…
Ukon Takafuji

Ukon Takafuji

Samurai swordplay for the masses
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Living

Traditional Japanese Matchmaker Presents Speed Dating Event

Traditional Japanese Matchmaker Presents Speed Dating Event

Meet Japanese women looking for a serious relationship
TRUNK(BAR) Cocktails

TRUNK(BAR) Cocktails

Whimsical, conceptual and undeniably delicious
2018 Beer Special

2018 Beer Special

Showcasing the best of the capital’s bars from craft beers with pizza and hip lounges to the more traditional Irish set-up
Here Comes the Sun

Here Comes the Sun

Shining a light on Japan’s Sustainable Smart Towns

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Dining

Asuka

Asuka

Enjoy wholesome vegetarian meals—and some of Tokyo’s best coffee—in Daikanyama
Soba Giro

Soba Giro

Head to Akasaka for classic Japanese noodles—with a dash of Italy

Buta Gumi

Buta Gumi

Pork: It’s what’s for dinner at this new Nogizaka eatery

Gaya Aoyama

Gaya Aoyama

Detox your body (and soul) at this friendly macrobiotic restaurant
Il Ristorante nella Pergola

Il Ristorante nella Pergola

This classy Hiroo eatery has become a true gourmet destination
Harem

Harem

Turkish cuisine is served up with a dash of style in Aoyama
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Western Movies in Japanese Cinemas

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