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Kagura: Theater from Heaven Joins the UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List

Kagura: Theater from Heaven Joins the UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List

Kagura, a variant of Shinto theater, may not be as well known to foreigners as kabuki and noh
Why Does Japan Eat KFC On Christmas?

Why Does Japan Eat KFC On Christmas?

How KFC became Kentucky Fried Christmas in Japan
Best Futons in Japan: Top Picks From Real Reviews

Best Futons in Japan: Top Picks From Real Reviews

The right futon for your space and sleep
Cafe Lumiere Kakigori for A Tokyo Christmas

Cafe Lumiere Kakigori for A Tokyo Christmas

A chilly dessert for a frosty morning
Best Stollen in Tokyo for Christmas 2025

Best Stollen in Tokyo for Christmas 2025

The coziest winter dessert is back for Christmas
Christmas Markets in Tokyo 2025

Christmas Markets in Tokyo 2025

Where to find festive dishes, gifts and end-of-year atmosphere
Christmas Afternoon Teas in Tokyo 2025

Christmas Afternoon Teas in Tokyo 2025

Experience the warmth of the holidays through artful sweets, rich savories and festive hotel lounges across Tokyo

Horoscope Your Weekly Horoscope August 23 – 29

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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.

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A Textile Exhibition through Touch: “Ark of Textile”

A Textile Exhibition through Touch: “Ark of Textile”

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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!
Learn the Art of Zen Through this Riceball Making Workshop

Learn the Art of Zen Through this Riceball Making Workshop

Omusubi-Doh English-language workshops

Japanese Whisky

Japanese Whisky

Review of Brian Ashcraft’s ‘Japanese Whisky: The Ultimate Guide to the World’s Most Desirable Spirit’
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Living

Best Futons in Japan: Top Picks From Real Reviews

Best Futons in Japan: Top Picks From Real Reviews

The right futon for your space and sleep
Christmas Markets in Tokyo 2025

Christmas Markets in Tokyo 2025

Where to find festive dishes, gifts and end-of-year atmosphere
Japan Drugstore Guide: Stay Calm and Beat Winter Stress with OTC Anxiety Relief

Japan Drugstore Guide: Stay Calm and Beat Winter Stress with OTC Anxiety Relief

Your go-to guide for Japan’s best OTC anxiety and mood-boosting supplements
Things to Do in Tokyo in December 2025

Things to Do in Tokyo in December 2025

Everything from ice skating to ballroom dancing to celebrate the holidays
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Community

July Community News

July Community News

Around the neighborhood this July
Sharing is Caring

Sharing is Caring

Innovative sharing models re-innovate to stay ahead
June Community News

June Community News

Around the neighborhood this June

Raising A Child with Disabilities Abroad

Raising A Child with Disabilities Abroad

And the added complications of living abroad
Corporate Social Responsibility in Japan: Trends and Insights

Corporate Social Responsibility in Japan: Trends and Insights

Pairing for mutual benefit
Executive Fight Night VII “Lucky 7”

Executive Fight Night VII “Lucky 7”

Tokyo’s executives raise their fists for an important cause
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Travel

Nikko: Its Legends and Lefties

Nikko: Its Legends and Lefties

Turn back time and immerse yourself in this relic of traditional Japan
Ashikaga – Flowers and Wine Paradise

Ashikaga – Flowers and Wine Paradise

A peaceful and charming retreat from Tokyo
Mt. Oyama

Mt. Oyama

Hiking and history on a sacred mountain
Mt. Oyama Tofu—¥5,000 TICKET LOTTERY

Mt. Oyama Tofu—¥5,000 TICKET LOTTERY

Read our travel guide “Mt. Oyama: Hiking and history on…
Spanning Snow, Sea and Tradition – Japan United in Sport

Spanning Snow, Sea and Tradition – Japan United in Sport

Skiing in Hokkaido, beaches and karate in Okinawa… Japan is a country with huge natural and sporting variation.

KYOTOGRAPHIE 2018

KYOTOGRAPHIE 2018

An interview with the Co-Founder of Kyoto’s renowned photography festival
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Dining

Ginza Steak

Ginza Steak

A luxurious all-you-can-eat wagyu beef experience

Tokyo Vegan Burger Guide 2022

Tokyo Vegan Burger Guide 2022

The best vegetarian and vegan burgers in Tokyo
Why does Japan love the changing of seasons?

Why does Japan love the changing of seasons?

The best of Japan’s seasonal dishes
Wayback Burgers Launches First Japan Store

Wayback Burgers Launches First Japan Store

Featuring vegan-friendly items and pet-friendly spaces
Top Tokyo Food Trends This Spring

Top Tokyo Food Trends This Spring

From Tibetan butter tea to Korean pastries and French classics

The Newly-Opened Global Hub

The Newly-Opened Global Hub

Yokohama’s newest sports bar and cafe hangout spot 
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Western Movies in Japanese Cinemas

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