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AOHATA 55 Turns 55: A Jam-Packed Celebration of Flavor

AOHATA 55 Turns 55: A Jam-Packed Celebration of Flavor

Celebrating breakfast in Japan
TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY opening in March 2025

TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY opening in March 2025

JR East’s largest mixed-use development promises to transform Takanawa into a cultural hub
Immersive Fort Tokyo

Immersive Fort Tokyo

Redefining theme park entertainment
LOVEHO SELECTS Featured Artist: yesnos

LOVEHO SELECTS Featured Artist: yesnos

Featured artist of February 2025
Review of “Too Big To Care: Adopt Sustainable Business Practices or Embrace Defeat” by Glen S. Wood

Review of “Too Big To Care: Adopt Sustainable Business Practices or Embrace Defeat” by Glen S. Wood

Can big business be kinder to society?
The Art of Japanese Plating

The Art of Japanese Plating

A highly codified process that makes food look as good as it tastes
JUNGLIA: Okinawa’s Ambitious New Theme Park Opens in July

JUNGLIA: Okinawa’s Ambitious New Theme Park Opens in July

PM Ishiba reaffirms the government’s commitment to Okinawa’s tourism

Horoscope Your Weekly Horoscope Horoscope February 14 – 21

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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.

Event Events In Tokyo This Week

JAPANESE ARTISTS ADO, ATARASHII GAKKO!, AND YOASOBISET TO  PERFORM AT CEIPA’S INAUGURAL MATSURI ’25

JAPANESE ARTISTS ADO, ATARASHII GAKKO!, AND YOASOBISET TO  PERFORM AT CEIPA’S INAUGURAL MATSURI ’25

Mar 16, 2025 at 7:30pm ~ Mar 17, 2025 at 11:00am

Read The Latest Issue Read The Latest Issue Winter 2024

Winter 2024

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.

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Culture

Based in Japan: Lafcadio Hearn (Yakumo Koizumi)

Based in Japan: Lafcadio Hearn (Yakumo Koizumi)

The Irish-Greek wanderer who became Japan’s foremost folklore chronicler
Based in Japan: Kimono Stylist Kara Harris

Based in Japan: Kimono Stylist Kara Harris

Harris’ journey to both preserve and push the boundaries of an age-old tradition
10 Must-Read Japanese Novels of 2024

10 Must-Read Japanese Novels of 2024

From English translations of family dramas to thrilling mysteries and historical fiction
Forging Bonds: The Samurai Armor Restoration

Forging Bonds: The Samurai Armor Restoration

The appearance and restoration of samurai armor in Malta
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Living

JUNGLIA: Okinawa’s Ambitious New Theme Park Opens in July

JUNGLIA: Okinawa’s Ambitious New Theme Park Opens in July

PM Ishiba reaffirms the government’s commitment to Okinawa’s tourism
How to Win at Arcade Machines in Japan: Tips, Tricks and Strategies

How to Win at Arcade Machines in Japan: Tips, Tricks and Strategies

Master the art of Japanese arcades with insider tips for claw machines
Japan Drugstore Guide: Best Athlete’s Foot Medicine in Japan

Japan Drugstore Guide: Best Athlete’s Foot Medicine in Japan

Products and tips for treatment and relief
Things to Do in Tokyo in February 2025

Things to Do in Tokyo in February 2025

The Metropolis editors’ top picks for February

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Community

Watch Local and International Football Talent Play in Japan

Watch Local and International Football Talent Play in Japan

In this highly expected face-off, Japanese and international teams are showcasing their talents
Beware – Temperatures This Summer Will Again be Dangerous

Beware – Temperatures This Summer Will Again be Dangerous

Here’s how to stay safe in Tokyo this summer
Tokyo Cycling Route: “Riverside Ride”

Tokyo Cycling Route: “Riverside Ride”

Traces the Kanda River from Sasazuka to Kichijoji
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
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Travel

Live Your Pokémon Dreams at Grand Hyatt Tokyo

Live Your Pokémon Dreams at Grand Hyatt Tokyo

Have a relaxing stay inspired by your favorite video game
Celebrating LGBTQ+ and Inclusive Travel  

Celebrating LGBTQ+ and Inclusive Travel  

From Tokyo Pride Parade 2024 to Booking.com’s Travel Proud Initiative
Mikuni Minato: A Peaceful Port Town Away from the Crowds

Mikuni Minato: A Peaceful Port Town Away from the Crowds

Blow off steam like a wealthy Edo merchant
Kimpton Shinjuku Tokyo

Kimpton Shinjuku Tokyo

Japanese culinary adventures with Kimpton
Nobeoka

Nobeoka

Kyushu’s Undiscovered Seaside Jewel
Hotel Graphy, Shibuya

Hotel Graphy, Shibuya

Where urban hospitality meets hostel charm
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Dining

Café Tomorrow Asakusa

Café Tomorrow Asakusa

An ode to the Japanese Showa era
This Kyoto Bar is a “Sound Forest” Filled with Ambient Music and Exotic Plants

This Kyoto Bar is a “Sound Forest” Filled with Ambient Music and Exotic Plants

Exquisite music, food and drinks in an otherworldly setting

Pokémon Afternoon Tea in Tokyo

Pokémon Afternoon Tea in Tokyo

Enjoy delicious sweets and drinks at The Strings Omotesando’s Cafe & Dining Zelkova
Write a Letter to Your Future Self at Jiyucho Kuramae

Write a Letter to Your Future Self at Jiyucho Kuramae

Read, study, work, relax or write to the future at this Asakusa Café
Armani Ristorante: Stylish Italian Dining

Armani Ristorante: Stylish Italian Dining

Haute Italian dining experience in Ginza
American Steak Dinner For Two at ANA InterContinental Tokyo

American Steak Dinner For Two at ANA InterContinental Tokyo

Dine in Japanese summer festival style
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Literature

Traditional Japanese Yokai and Modern-Day Pokemon 

Traditional Japanese Yokai and Modern-Day Pokemon 

Beyond the monsters with Adam Kabat’s The River Imp and the Stinky Jewel and Other Tales
Ryunosuke Akutagawa’s Kappa

Ryunosuke Akutagawa’s Kappa

Enter the absurdity of Kappa Land in this new English translation

Fresh Ink: Love

Fresh Ink: Love

The English-language debut of Kanoko Okamoto’s piece, Love

The Thorn Puller

The Thorn Puller

Hiromi Ito’s debut English-language novel translated by Jeffrey Angles
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
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