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Step Into Luxe Tokyo

Step Into Luxe Tokyo

Ginza’s latest hotspot
Based in Japan: Life Where I’m From With Greg Lam

Based in Japan: Life Where I’m From With Greg Lam

Understanding daily life in Japan
Nanae Sakurai JapanGem

Nanae Sakurai JapanGem

Crafting custom jewelry, just for you
Soju and Shochu: What’s the Difference?

Soju and Shochu: What’s the Difference?

Differences, similarities, and why these East Asian spirits are trending
Australian Christmas in Japan with bills’ First-Ever Christmas Dinner Course

Australian Christmas in Japan with bills’ First-Ever Christmas Dinner Course

Featuring a five-course feast and exquisite Australian wines

Elana Jade

Elana Jade

Health, wellbeing and beauty at this tranquil and friendly Azabu Juban salon
The Colorful and Healthy Art of Japanese Pickle Recipes

The Colorful and Healthy Art of Japanese Pickle Recipes

The history, recipes and health benefits of Japan’s pickles

Horoscope Your Weekly Horoscope Horoscope December 13 – December 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.

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Special Christmas Evening with CAITY GYORGY

Special Christmas Evening with CAITY GYORGY

Dec 23, 2024 at 4:30pm ~ Dec 25, 2024 at 9:00pm

Read The Latest Issue Read The Latest Issue Winter 2024

Winter 2024

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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Culture

Fresh Ink: The Ramen of Thanatos – Or, Puckering Flavor

Fresh Ink: The Ramen of Thanatos – Or, Puckering Flavor

The English-language debut of philosopher Masaya Chiba
Pokémon Meets Japanese Artistry at Azabudai Hills Gallery

Pokémon Meets Japanese Artistry at Azabudai Hills Gallery

Pokémon × Craft Exhibition — discovering beauty and techniques
Celebrate Hello Kitty’s 50th Birthday

Celebrate Hello Kitty’s 50th Birthday

The birthday and history of a global icon

10 Japanese Horror Movies to Watch in 2024

10 Japanese Horror Movies to Watch in 2024

Eerie films to haunt your nights this spooky season
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Living

Nanae Sakurai JapanGem

Nanae Sakurai JapanGem

Crafting custom jewelry, just for you
Soju and Shochu: What’s the Difference?

Soju and Shochu: What’s the Difference?

Differences, similarities, and why these East Asian spirits are trending
Elana Jade

Elana Jade

Health, wellbeing and beauty at this tranquil and friendly Azabu Juban salon
The Colorful and Healthy Art of Japanese Pickle Recipes

The Colorful and Healthy Art of Japanese Pickle Recipes

The history, recipes and health benefits of Japan’s pickles

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Community

Alternative Medicine in Japan

Alternative Medicine in Japan

Visit these traditional alternative medicine clinics and salons in Tokyo
Metropolis 30th Anniversary Beach Party Recap

Metropolis 30th Anniversary Beach Party Recap

The Metropolis team thanks you for 30 years of unwavering support

Tokyo American Club

Tokyo American Club

A community of authenticity and organically fostered diversity 
Celebrate Metropolis’ 30th Anniversary at Yuigahama Beach in Kamakura!

Celebrate Metropolis’ 30th Anniversary at Yuigahama Beach in Kamakura!

Celebrate 30 years of Metropolis at Voyager’s Kaito

Watch Local and International Football Talent Play in Japan

Watch Local and International Football Talent Play in Japan

In this highly expected face-off, Japanese and international teams are showcasing their talents
Beware – Temperatures This Summer Will Again be Dangerous

Beware – Temperatures This Summer Will Again be Dangerous

Here’s how to stay safe in Tokyo this summer
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Travel

Miyako Island, Okinawa

Miyako Island, Okinawa

Explore Okinawa’s most underrated island
The Ultimate XR Bus Journey: WOWRIDE Fukui

The Ultimate XR Bus Journey: WOWRIDE Fukui

Discover the Future of Travel

Live Your Pokémon Dreams at Grand Hyatt Tokyo

Live Your Pokémon Dreams at Grand Hyatt Tokyo

Have a relaxing stay inspired by your favorite video game
Celebrating LGBTQ+ and Inclusive Travel  

Celebrating LGBTQ+ and Inclusive Travel  

From Tokyo Pride Parade 2024 to Booking.com’s Travel Proud Initiative
Mikuni Minato: A Peaceful Port Town Away from the Crowds

Mikuni Minato: A Peaceful Port Town Away from the Crowds

Blow off steam like a wealthy Edo merchant
Kimpton Shinjuku Tokyo

Kimpton Shinjuku Tokyo

Japanese culinary adventures with Kimpton
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Dining

R1, R2, R3 Roppongi

R1, R2, R3 Roppongi

Stylish community hubs in Roppongi for drinking, dining and dancing
Visit an Elegantly Retro Cafe in Tokyo at Coffee Sakan Shu

Visit an Elegantly Retro Cafe in Tokyo at Coffee Sakan Shu

A timelessly elegant coffee experience

7 Kissaten to Visit in Tokyo This Fall

7 Kissaten to Visit in Tokyo This Fall

Slow down and warm up in Japan’s traditional coffee houses
Café Tomorrow Asakusa

Café Tomorrow Asakusa

An ode to the Japanese Showa era
This Kyoto Bar is a “Sound Forest” Filled with Ambient Music and Exotic Plants

This Kyoto Bar is a “Sound Forest” Filled with Ambient Music and Exotic Plants

Exquisite music, food and drinks in an otherworldly setting

Pokémon Afternoon Tea in Tokyo

Pokémon Afternoon Tea in Tokyo

Enjoy delicious sweets and drinks at The Strings Omotesando’s Cafe & Dining Zelkova
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Literature

Fresh Ink: Two Shorts By Osamu Dazai

Fresh Ink: Two Shorts By Osamu Dazai

The English-language debut of “The Ocean” and “Sweltering Heat Tale”
Fresh Ink: When You Want to but Can’t

Fresh Ink: When You Want to but Can’t

The English-language debut of Kyohei Sakaguchi’s self-help nonfiction writing
Cirrocumulus Clouds

Cirrocumulus Clouds

The English-language debut of Kenji Miyazawa’s story

Fresh Ink: Debut English Translations of Chuya Nakahara’s Japanese Literature

Fresh Ink: Debut English Translations of Chuya Nakahara’s Japanese Literature

The English-language debut of a Japanese modernist master
Traditional Japanese Yokai and Modern-Day Pokemon 

Traditional Japanese Yokai and Modern-Day Pokemon 

Beyond the monsters with Adam Kabat’s The River Imp and the Stinky Jewel and Other Tales
Ryunosuke Akutagawa’s Kappa

Ryunosuke Akutagawa’s Kappa

Enter the absurdity of Kappa Land in this new English translation

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Movies

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