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Her Body, Not Her Choice: Do Women in Japan Need Consent From Their Partner to Get an Abortion?

Her Body, Not Her Choice: Do Women in Japan Need Consent From Their Partner to Get an Abortion?

The issues and human rights violations surrounding abortion in Japan

“Ruby-chan! Hai! Nani ga suki?” Trend Explained: What It Means and Where It’s From

“Ruby-chan! Hai! Nani ga suki?” Trend Explained: What It Means and Where It’s From

The sugary Japanese idol song that’s got everyone asking, “Ruby-chan, what do you like?”
Exploring Aso Kumamoto

Exploring Aso Kumamoto

Life on the edge of the Earth
Based in Japan: Life as a Married Gay Couple With Seigo & Bren

Based in Japan: Life as a Married Gay Couple With Seigo & Bren

A Japanese/American love story
Inside Tokyo’s Immersive Space Museum: Space Travelium TeNQ

Inside Tokyo’s Immersive Space Museum: Space Travelium TeNQ

Step into the future at Space Travelium TeNQ in Tokyo Dome City
Shop, Stroll and Snack at Aichi’s First Full-Scale Outlet Mall

Shop, Stroll and Snack at Aichi’s First Full-Scale Outlet Mall

Discover 180 outlet stores, food stalls, and green space at Mitsui Outlet Park Okazaki
Tracing Basho’s Journey: Visit Soka’s Historic Pine-Lined Promenade Near Tokyo

Tracing Basho’s Journey: Visit Soka’s Historic Pine-Lined Promenade Near Tokyo

Follow haiku master Basho’s footsteps along Soka’s scenic pine-lined promenade, part of the old Nikko Kaido, just outside Tokyo

Horoscope Your Weekly Horoscope April 11 – April 18

Horoscope

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

Camellia Marathon 2026

Camellia Marathon 2026

Feb 08, 2026 at 9:30am ~ Feb 08, 2026 at 11:00am

Read The Latest Issue Read The Latest Issue Winter 2025

Winter 2025

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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October Anime and Fashion Pop-Ups 2023

October Anime and Fashion Pop-Ups 2023

The best ephemeral events to check out this month
Tokyo Music Scene: New Releases September 2023

Tokyo Music Scene: New Releases September 2023

Your monthly dose of new music from Japan
LOVEHO SELECTS October 2023

LOVEHO SELECTS October 2023

Three Tokyo Creatives to Know | October 2023
BAIA: The Trendiest Shibuya Nightclub

BAIA: The Trendiest Shibuya Nightclub

An elegant new addition to Tokyo’s nightlife scene

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Living

Dog Adoption & Fostering in Tokyo

Dog Adoption & Fostering in Tokyo

Buddies in Collaboration with Metropolis
Japan Drugstore Guide: Insect Repellent in Japan

Japan Drugstore Guide: Insect Repellent in Japan

Best Japanese insect repellents recommended by pharmacists in Japan

Do Japanese People Understand Sarcasm?

Do Japanese People Understand Sarcasm?

Can humor cross cultural boundaries?
How To Get The Artist Visa in Japan: What It Is and How to Qualify

How To Get The Artist Visa in Japan: What It Is and How to Qualify

For creatives dreaming of living and working in Japan
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Community

Executive Fight Night V: Jacqueline Alexander

Executive Fight Night V: Jacqueline Alexander

Full interview with the London School of Makeup graduate
Executive Fight Night V: Chad Lafferty

Executive Fight Night V: Chad Lafferty

Full interview with the Robert Walters Japan associate director
Executive Fight Night

Executive Fight Night

Taking the fight to children’s cancer
Sanpo in the Park

Sanpo in the Park

Walking the good walk
Yamathon Traces the Tracks

Yamathon Traces the Tracks

Rounding the Yamanote Line on foot for charity
Lucky Number Seven

Lucky Number Seven

Footy Japan scores goals for those in need
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Travel

Trekking Taketa

Trekking Taketa

Oita’s Castle Town
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
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Dining

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
Halloween at Trader Vic’s Tokyo

Halloween at Trader Vic’s Tokyo

Fall meets breezy island spirits
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