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Born of Earth, Conceived in Fire

Japan’s ancient pottery traditions are far more interesting than you think

Tokyo Weather in October: What to Do, Wear & What’s Happening

Temperatures, rainfall, daily outfits and the seasonal events worth planning around this month

Upcoming Anime Events in Tokyo

From September through December, anime events take over spots across Tokyo

Japan’s Wild Mushrooms

When autumn settles over Japan’s mountains, wild mushrooms emerge in abundance across the forests

The Forest That Grew From Stone

Inside the island landscape that inspired Princess Mononoke

The Prince Park Tower Tokyo Christmas 2026

A Story of Light Turns Children’s Art Into Food, Cocktails and Light Displays

Tokyo Rain for 37 Days Sets New Record

Record broken for the longest streak of rain in central Tokyo

Your Weekly Horoscope Oct 2 – 9

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.

Events In Tokyo This Week

JONQUIL: English-Language Musical in Tokyo

Oct 22, 2026 at 7:00pm ~ Oct 25, 2026 at 3:00pm

Read The Latest Issue Autumn 2026

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.

Events

Tokyo Marathon 2027

Mar 07, 2027 at 9:10am

Mar 07, 2027 at 5:00pm

4th Kaze no Kai Shakuhachi Concert

Oct 22, 2026 at 6:30pm

Oct 22, 2026 at 8:00pm

Masterpieces of the Renaissance from the Musée du Louvre

Sep 09, 2026 at 10:00am

Dec 13, 2026 at 6:00pm

Duet: Asian Contemporary

Sep 30, 2026 at 10:00am

Jan 17, 2027 at 6:00pm

Kim Gordon Live in Tokyo 2027

Jan 07, 2027 at 7:00pm

Jan 07, 2027 at 8:30pm

Chiikawa Park’s Halloween Event

Sep 25, 2026 at 10:00am

Oct 31, 2026 at 7:00am

Gnaw Asia Tour 2026: Singapore Noise Rock in Tokyo

Oct 28, 2026 at 7:00pm

Oct 28, 2026 at 10:30pm

“Now and Then” Documentary screening

Oct 25, 2026 at 2:00pm

Oct 25, 2026 at 5:00pm

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Culture

Japanese Halloween Costume Ideas for 2026

Draw inspiration from anime and Japanese horror folktales

All Time Best Japanese Fiction Books

From untouchable classics to the severely underrated

Behind the Myth: The Politics of Japan’s Island Creation Story

The eighth-century tale of the islands’ divine birth reveals five pragmatic political motives

When Is Tokyo Fashion Week?

What to expect from Japan’s biggest fashion event

Living

Best Tokyo Observation Decks

Where to see the city from above, from free government towers to open-air rooftops

Where to Find Pumpkin Spice Lattes in Tokyo

Metropolis’ hunt for the fall favorite drink

Tokyo Weather in October: What to Do, Wear & What’s Happening

Temperatures, rainfall, daily outfits and the seasonal events worth planning around this month

Upcoming Anime Events in Tokyo

From September through December, anime events take over spots across Tokyo

Community

Yellow Roses and Wagyu: Inside Japan’s Father’s Day

Celebrating Chichi no Hi in Japan

Keito Nakamura: The Goalscorer Stepping Up in Mitoma’s Absence

With Kaoru Mitoma out injured, Keito Nakamura took his chance against the Netherlands, scoring Japan’s first goal of the tournament

The Best Skateparks in Tokyo

A skater’s guide to the best skateparks across Tokyo

Wataru Endo Is Out of the World Cup, and Japan’s Captain Is Walking Away for Good

Japan captain Wataru Endo is out of the 2026 World Cup with a Lisfranc injury and has retired from international football. Who replaces him, and can Japan still advance?