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This Japanese Grandma’s First Day of High School

This Japanese Grandma’s First Day of High School

Baachan’s belated back to school at 85 years old
Tokyo’s “Sexy” Aquarium is Back

Tokyo’s “Sexy” Aquarium is Back

Japan finds new ways to talk about sex
Taste Fantasy Japanese Fruit Gummy Flavors That Don’t Exist 

Taste Fantasy Japanese Fruit Gummy Flavors That Don’t Exist 

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Halloween in Tokyo 2024

Halloween in Tokyo 2024

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“Wotagei” Virtual Night SHOWCASE

“Wotagei” Virtual Night SHOWCASE

Experience the future of Japanese pop-culture in Shinjuku
What to do in Winter in Okinawa?

What to do in Winter in Okinawa?

The ultimate cure for the winter blues
Tokyo Trends: 11 Best Work Bags To Buy in Japan This Fall

Tokyo Trends: 11 Best Work Bags To Buy in Japan This Fall

Function without sacrificing style

Horoscope Your Weekly Horoscope October 11 – October 18

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A Taste for Volunteering 2024

A Taste for Volunteering 2024

Nov 09, 2024 at 5:30pm ~ Nov 09, 2024 at 10:00pm

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History of Anpan

History of Anpan

The story of Japan’s beloved baked treat
12 Japanese LGBTQ+ Films To Watch

12 Japanese LGBTQ+ Films To Watch

Love, heartbreak and the untold tales of Japan’s queer community
Tokyo Trends: Tokyo Fall Fashion 2024

Tokyo Trends: Tokyo Fall Fashion 2024

Here’s what to wear in Tokyo this season
Fresh Ink: A Fantastical Adventure from Medieval Japan–Takaoka’s Travels

Fresh Ink: A Fantastical Adventure from Medieval Japan–Takaoka’s Travels

Dreams, desires and delusional thoughts on a journey far west
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Living

This Japanese Grandma’s First Day of High School

This Japanese Grandma’s First Day of High School

Baachan’s belated back to school at 85 years old
Tokyo’s “Sexy” Aquarium is Back

Tokyo’s “Sexy” Aquarium is Back

Japan finds new ways to talk about sex
Taste Fantasy Japanese Fruit Gummy Flavors That Don’t Exist 

Taste Fantasy Japanese Fruit Gummy Flavors That Don’t Exist 

An overview of the latest fantasy flavors to hit Japan
Halloween in Tokyo 2024

Halloween in Tokyo 2024

Our roundup of spooky events to fill your calendar
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Community

Metropolis Summer Issue 2024

Metropolis Summer Issue 2024

See what’s inside and where to pick up a copy

Funeral Support Services in Japan

Funeral Support Services in Japan

Bilingual compassion, care and peace of mind
Every Third Woman

Every Third Woman

The Prevalence of Domestic Violence in Japan
Health Supplements Under Scrutiny After Fermented Rice Fiasco

Health Supplements Under Scrutiny After Fermented Rice Fiasco

Demands for stricter food safety regulations
Explore the World of Pickleball in Nihonbashi

Explore the World of Pickleball in Nihonbashi

Discover this new sport at the latest event in Nihonbashi
Health authorities warn of spike in potentially lethal STSS cases

Health authorities warn of spike in potentially lethal STSS cases

Japan battles ‘flesh eating’ infection outbreak
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Travel

Tsuwano

Tsuwano

A hidden samurai town in Shimane
Japan Bullet Train

Japan Bullet Train

Speedy and stress-free Shinkansen tickets
48 Hours in Tono / Hanamaki 

48 Hours in Tono / Hanamaki 

Release your full imagination in the hometown of Japanese folklore
Minobu Town

Minobu Town

Revitalizing Japanese regional tourism
Escape the Chill

Escape the Chill

Warm winter destinations in Japan
Aomori Spring and Rockwood Hotel & Spa

Aomori Spring and Rockwood Hotel & Spa

Find your favorite line and style
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Dining

Introducing The New Four Seasons Osaka Hotel

Introducing The New Four Seasons Osaka Hotel

Reserve your spot and dine in luxury

GENTLE Sushi Bar

GENTLE Sushi Bar

The omakase experience you’ve been searching for
Grand Hyatt Tokyo’s Autumn Sweets Selection

Grand Hyatt Tokyo’s Autumn Sweets Selection

Visit the hotel in Roppongi for treats from their Fiorentina Pastry Boutique
Virtù in Tokyo Celebrates Prestigious Hospitality Award

Virtù in Tokyo Celebrates Prestigious Hospitality Award

Join in on the city’s dazzling bar scene
Mexican Restaurants in Tokyo

Mexican Restaurants in Tokyo

Our favorite spots for authentic Mexican cuisine
Kimpton Shinjuku Tokyo’s Stylish Rooftop Beer Hall Summer 2024

Kimpton Shinjuku Tokyo’s Stylish Rooftop Beer Hall Summer 2024

Experience New York vibes under Tokyo skies

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Literature

How to Lose Weight the Japanese Way

How to Lose Weight the Japanese Way

Wa – The Art of Balance by Kaki Okamura
How Kyoto Breaks Your Heart 

How Kyoto Breaks Your Heart 

Florentyna Leow’s gustatory sketch of love and heartbreak in Kyoto
Fresh Ink: Dream Tales

Fresh Ink: Dream Tales

The English-language debut of Junichiro Tanizaki’s masterpiece ‘Dream Tales’

Fresh Ink: Impressions of Sada Abe

Fresh Ink: Impressions of Sada Abe

The English-langauge debut of the famous crime of Sada Abe
A Guide to Zines in Tokyo

A Guide to Zines in Tokyo

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Found in Translation

Found in Translation

Tackling Japanese literature as a couple, one line at a time
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