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Rock in Japan Festival 2026

Rock in Japan Festival 2026

Sep 12, 2026 at 8:30am ~ Sep 21, 2026 at 8:15am

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Culture

Japandi: The Fusion of Japanese Minimalism and Scandinavian Comfort 

Japandi: The Fusion of Japanese Minimalism and Scandinavian Comfort 

How to incorporate intentionality, balance and Danish hygge into your home and life
LOVEHO SELECTS Featured Artist: Lee He-Yi

LOVEHO SELECTS Featured Artist: Lee He-Yi

Featured artist of November 2024
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
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Living

A Guide to the Best Independent Cinemas in Tokyo

A Guide to the Best Independent Cinemas in Tokyo

Find your new favorite local cinema haunt

Morning-After Pill Made Available in Drug Stores In Japan

Morning-After Pill Made Available in Drug Stores In Japan

A major shift for reproductive rights
Tokyo Neighborhood Guide: Sasazuka

Tokyo Neighborhood Guide: Sasazuka

Authentic Tokyo, one meandering turn at a time
Japan Drugstore Guide: Acne Care and Pimple Patches

Japan Drugstore Guide: Acne Care and Pimple Patches

Practical treatments for breakouts found at drugstores across Japan
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Community

Eyes on The Prize

Eyes on The Prize

A total of ¥10 million up for grabs
Join a Sports Meetup in Tokyo: Top Groups for Running, Basketball, Surfing and More

Join a Sports Meetup in Tokyo: Top Groups for Running, Basketball, Surfing and More

Outdoor sports and rec opportunities
Baruto Kaito: The Estonian Sumo Star Who Took on Japan’s Toughest Traditions

Baruto Kaito: The Estonian Sumo Star Who Took on Japan’s Toughest Traditions

Baruto Kaito talks life after sumo

Book Review: Freelancing in Tokyo

Book Review: Freelancing in Tokyo

Screenwriter David Chester offers his tips and tricks for surviving the freelance grind
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
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Travel

Air China

Air China

Head to China in style with the country’s national flag carrier
Capturing Kushiro

Capturing Kushiro

A family summer escape in Hokkaido
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…
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Dining

A Dining Recommendation Guide to Hatagaya

A Dining Recommendation Guide to Hatagaya

“A rich and diverse dining culture expected of the inner-city in a more modest setting.”
Suigian

Suigian

Suigian begins a new project to firmly imprint traditional Japanese culture in the modern life.

Park Hyatt Tokyo Pastry Boutique

Park Hyatt Tokyo Pastry Boutique

A preview of the pastry boutique’s luxurious Christmas cakes and holiday treats
Antcicada’s Cricket Ramen in Tokyo

Antcicada’s Cricket Ramen in Tokyo

Would you try the world’s first bug-based ramen?
Mumbai Restaurant Ebisu

Mumbai Restaurant Ebisu

Set on the sixth floor of the Atre Ebisu building,…
The 41st National Sake Championship

The 41st National Sake Championship

Who is Japan’s best amateur taster?
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