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Is Communication the Way Out of “Xenophobia” in Japan?

Is Communication the Way Out of “Xenophobia” in Japan?

How the lack of communication creates false beliefs about foreigners’ intentions

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
Feminism in Japan

Feminism in Japan

A look into life in Japan as a woman
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
Tokyo Trends: Four Shoes for Tokyo Summer 2024

Tokyo Trends: Four Shoes for Tokyo Summer 2024

The 2000s comeback continues

Rossi at Aoyama Grand Hotel

Rossi at Aoyama Grand Hotel

Tokyo’s new authentic Italian trattoria

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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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Automotive World 2025

Automotive World 2025

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Black Country, New Road Interview 

Black Country, New Road Interview 

Catch up with their new songs on this upcoming tour
The Thorn Puller

The Thorn Puller

Hiromi Ito’s debut English-language novel translated by Jeffrey Angles
Tokyo Music Scene: New Releases March 2023

Tokyo Music Scene: New Releases March 2023

Your monthly dose of new music from Japan
Tokyo International Players

Tokyo International Players

In Conversation with Japan’s Oldest English-Language Theater Company
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Living

Japan Drugstore Guide: Pain Medication

Japan Drugstore Guide: Pain Medication

Japan’s best over the counter pain medication recommendations
What’s Happening in Tokyo This June?

What’s Happening in Tokyo This June?

Spring festivals, fireworks and more!
Is Communication the Way Out of “Xenophobia” in Japan?

Is Communication the Way Out of “Xenophobia” in Japan?

How the lack of communication creates false beliefs about foreigners’ intentions

Feminism in Japan

Feminism in Japan

A look into life in Japan as a woman
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Community

Fast Times At Skateboarding High

Fast Times At Skateboarding High

A new school rolls into town with a different bag of tricks
Volunteering in Japan

Volunteering in Japan

Lending a hand in the Big Mikan and beyond
Tokyo Parenting Groups

Tokyo Parenting Groups

Only parents understand what it’s like to be a parent
Left Behind

Left Behind

Parents challenge Japan’s dismal child abduction laws
February Community News

February Community News

February community news

Education Special

Education Special

ALA Academy of Language Arts [Special Promotion] Academy of Language…
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Travel

The Little District that Could

The Little District that Could

Kotobuki’s journey from slum to tourist destination
Exploring Aya Town

Exploring Aya Town

The unspoilt gem of Kyushu
Namja Town

Namja Town

Amusement park with a difference—and alcoholic ice cream
Rabbits and Ruins

Rabbits and Ruins

The Paradox of Okunoshima Island
Noodle Town

Noodle Town

Yokohama’s tribute to an iconic Japanese cuisine
Nara Dreamland

Nara Dreamland

The eerie and forgotten theme park that’s still the happiest place on earth
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Dining

Ikebukuro Mikuriya

Ikebukuro Mikuriya

A hidden gem in Tokyo’s food scene
Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills Celebrates the Festive Season

Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills Celebrates the Festive Season

Festive favorites at Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills
GENTLE Sushi Bar

GENTLE Sushi Bar

Refinement and flexibility
Traditional Feasts at Trader Vic’s Tokyo

Traditional Feasts at Trader Vic’s Tokyo

Turkey, gravy and all things Thanksgiving this November
Taiwanese Delights at Grand Hyatt Tokyo’s Chinaroom

Taiwanese Delights at Grand Hyatt Tokyo’s Chinaroom

Beyond tapioca and dumplings with guest Chef Hsieh
BLT Steak Thanksgiving 2019

BLT Steak Thanksgiving 2019

Celebrate Thanksgiving in a contemporary bistro setting
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