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Water-Themed Summer Events in Tokyo 2025

Water-Themed Summer Events in Tokyo 2025

Tokyo’s summer is all about water—rituals, festivals and splash-filled fun.
Which City Has the Most Michelin Stars? (2025 Ranking)

Which City Has the Most Michelin Stars? (2025 Ranking)

Which country and city have the most Michelin stars, and why?
Mi Kasa Es Tu Kasa? The Unspoken Rules of Umbrellas in Japan

Mi Kasa Es Tu Kasa? The Unspoken Rules of Umbrellas in Japan

From unspoken etiquette to environmental headaches—what’s really going on with umbrellas in Japan?

12 Japanese LGBTQ+ Films To Watch in 2025

12 Japanese LGBTQ+ Films To Watch in 2025

Love, heartbreak and the untold tales of Japan’s queer community
Why Wooden Architecture Is Making a Comeback in Japan

Why Wooden Architecture Is Making a Comeback in Japan

The “woodification” of Japanese skyscrapers is a testament to innovation and offers hope for a greener construction industry

Discover Okinawa Beneath the Surface with Hilton

Discover Okinawa Beneath the Surface with Hilton

Six unique stays. One unforgettable island. Explore Okinawa’s rich culture, stunning nature and coastal charm with Hilton as your guide.
Metropolis Summer Issue 2025

Metropolis Summer Issue 2025

See what’s inside and where to pick up a copy

Horoscope Your Weekly Horoscope June 13 – June 20

Horoscope

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.

Event Events In Tokyo This Week

National Noh Theatre Open Day～Explore the National Noh Theatre with a Noh actor!～

National Noh Theatre Open Day～Explore the National Noh Theatre with a Noh actor!～

Dec 17, 2025 at 2:00pm ~ Mar 19, 2026 at 4:30pm

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Winter 2025

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.

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Tokyo Trends: Kitten Heels

Tokyo Trends: Kitten Heels

Tokyo’s beloved little heel

Indelible Bonds: The Revival of Japanese “Tribal” Tattoos

Indelible Bonds: The Revival of Japanese “Tribal” Tattoos

The recent revival of Japanese tribal tattoos spreads awareness of the plight of its Indigenous people
Fresh Ink: Kitagawa Chiyo

Fresh Ink: Kitagawa Chiyo

Proletariat Girls’ Literature
Book Launch: Thomas Lockley’s Gentleman from Japan

Book Launch: Thomas Lockley’s Gentleman from Japan

Thomas Lockley follows the life of a slave-turned-elite in his latest book
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Living

A Bold Shunga Exhibition Brings Edo-Era Erotic Art to Kabukicho

A Bold Shunga Exhibition Brings Edo-Era Erotic Art to Kabukicho

See Japan’s sex-positive past through 100 rare erotic woodblock prints, on view at a Tokyo Noh theater this summer.
Where to Swim, Surf and Splash Near Tokyo

Where to Swim, Surf and Splash Near Tokyo

Editor’s pick of the best summer escapes around Tokyo
“Micro-Tourism” Trend Puts the Spotlight on Chiba

“Micro-Tourism” Trend Puts the Spotlight on Chiba

Day or Weekend Trip From Tokyo? Escape to Southern Chiba
Things to Do in Tokyo in July 2025

Things to Do in Tokyo in July 2025

Check out our handpicked list of Tokyo festivals happening this month
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Community

Jenson Button — Super GT Challenger

Jenson Button — Super GT Challenger

Britain’s 2009 Formula 1 world champion jumps into Japan’s premier racing series
Ronnie Quintarelli: Super GT Champion of Champions

Ronnie Quintarelli: Super GT Champion of Champions

The Nissan NISMO team’s driver talks about his journey to the top
The Plight of Gamba

The Plight of Gamba

The once top team has had a less than fruitful season with the club hitting rock-bottom of the J.League
April Community Update

April Community Update

Best Living Japan’s monthly event listing
Bill Hersey

Bill Hersey

Bill Hersey, Tokyo socialite, passes away at 87
March Community News

March Community News

Flea markets, festivals, Ikebana and more in March’s community happenings by Best Living Japan.

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Travel

Strolling in Shuzenji

Strolling in Shuzenji

Fall weekend getaway
Iwakura Onsen

Iwakura Onsen

A healing break on the peaceful outskirts of Tokyo
Skye Niseko in the “Aspen of Asia”

Skye Niseko in the “Aspen of Asia”

The perfect fusion of alpine and architecture

Mitsui Garden Hotel Ginza-Gochome

Mitsui Garden Hotel Ginza-Gochome

A fusion of Japan’s rich history of performance and modernity meet at this new Ginza location

Bare Rocks and Clear Waters

Bare Rocks and Clear Waters

Nature’s beauty and bounty grace Nobeoka in Miyazaki
mesm Tokyo

mesm Tokyo

Autograph Collection announces new luxury hotel
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Dining

Sake Market: Become a True Sake Sommelier

Sake Market: Become a True Sake Sommelier

Indulge in an unlimited selection of sake
Australian Restaurants in Tokyo

Australian Restaurants in Tokyo

The best places to get your Australian food fix in Tokyo
Akatsuki Brewery

Akatsuki Brewery

Akatsuki Brewery makes beer based on the concept of “friendly…
Best Brazilian Restaurants in Tokyo

Best Brazilian Restaurants in Tokyo

Enjoy all the Brazilian restaurants around Tokyo with our thoughtfully comprised list of suggestions
Caffeine-free Chocolate

Caffeine-free Chocolate

Enjoy this caffeine-free, sugar-free chocolate substitute
Romancing Odawara

Romancing Odawara

Deep tourism at Enoura Observatory and French restaurant MECIMO
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