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The Best Chinese Hot Pot Restaurants in Tokyo

The Best Chinese Hot Pot Restaurants in Tokyo

Haidilao is not the only choice
Things To Do in Tokyo in November 2025

Things To Do in Tokyo in November 2025

The rundown of the best events in Tokyo this October
Red Roofs of Iwami: Historic Townscapes, Preserved and Evolving

Red Roofs of Iwami: Historic Townscapes, Preserved and Evolving

Picturesque red-roof villages of Japan—but more than just beautiful
Edo’s Inked Heroes: Edo Firefighters

Edo’s Inked Heroes: Edo Firefighters

Legends, tattoos and the art of bravery
A Guide to Solo Hiking in Japan

A Guide to Solo Hiking in Japan

Three hiking regions to join Japan’s hiking community
Haikyo, and the Urban Explorers of Japan

Haikyo, and the Urban Explorers of Japan

Chasing the past
Ski, Reflect and Reconnect: A Winter Temple Retreat at Kakurinbo

Ski, Reflect and Reconnect: A Winter Temple Retreat at Kakurinbo

Recharge your body and mind after a ski trip with a serene temple stay in Minobu

Horoscope Your Weekly Horoscope August 29 – September 5

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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

Ueno Cherry Blossom Festival

Ueno Cherry Blossom Festival

Mar 14, 2026 at 5:00pm ~ Apr 05, 2026 at 9:00pm

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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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Japanese Music Scene: Artists To Watch This August

Japanese Music Scene: Artists To Watch This August

This month sees some hot collabs like Dua Lipa and Creepy Nuts
The True Story Behind the Hit Series Shogun: William Adams

The True Story Behind the Hit Series Shogun: William Adams

The intrepid English adventurer who inspired the hit series FX’s Shogun
Fresh Ink: The Defeat of Thought by Osamu Dazai

Fresh Ink: The Defeat of Thought by Osamu Dazai

Japan’s literary legend’s never-before translated work
Featured Artists for August 2024 – LOVEHO SELECTS

Featured Artists for August 2024 – LOVEHO SELECTS

Check out this month’s featured Tokyo creatives!
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Living

Things To Do in Tokyo in November 2025

Things To Do in Tokyo in November 2025

The rundown of the best events in Tokyo this October
Red Roofs of Iwami: Historic Townscapes, Preserved and Evolving

Red Roofs of Iwami: Historic Townscapes, Preserved and Evolving

Picturesque red-roof villages of Japan—but more than just beautiful
Edo’s Inked Heroes: Edo Firefighters

Edo’s Inked Heroes: Edo Firefighters

Legends, tattoos and the art of bravery
A Guide to Solo Hiking in Japan

A Guide to Solo Hiking in Japan

Three hiking regions to join Japan’s hiking community
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Community

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.

Can Tokyo Teams Succeed This Season?

Can Tokyo Teams Succeed This Season?

J.League Soccer Preview
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Travel

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
Hakodate

Hakodate

Echoes of Europe in the North
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Dining

Marugame Shake Udon

Marugame Shake Udon

Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Marugame Seimen’s Shake Udon This Summer!
Harmonia Café and Select Shop

Harmonia Café and Select Shop

Azabujuban’s most relaxing café and boutique
Tokyo’s Best Kakigori

Tokyo’s Best Kakigori

From the quintessential to the questionable

Suigian

Suigian

In conversation with founder, artist and traveler Hideotomo Kimura
Matcha as A Modern Meditation and A Path to Happiness

Matcha as A Modern Meditation and A Path to Happiness

Nobuko Yamazaki on using traditional ritual to tune into our inner selves
Tropical Afternoon Tea at Il Lupino Prime

Tropical Afternoon Tea at Il Lupino Prime

Savor the flavors of summer in Italy and Hawaii
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