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Can Japan Embrace Multicultural Coexistence?

Can Japan Embrace Multicultural Coexistence?

Uzbek-born bar owner and politician Babakhodjaeva Orzugul is challenging exclusion in Japan—one policy, one conversation at a time
Onomichi Travel Guide: Discover This Historic Port City

Onomichi Travel Guide: Discover This Historic Port City

Once a pirate haunt, the port town of Onomichi in the Inland Sea still houses an intriguing array of temples, and a surprising number of cats and cat lovers. Stephen Mansfield goes exploring.
Icelandic Pub Crawl in Tama City at Tama Machi Bar 2025

Icelandic Pub Crawl in Tama City at Tama Machi Bar 2025

Join this Nordic-themed walking bar hopping event in western Tokyo with exclusive Icelandic-inspired dishes
When Can Japan Have a Military Again?

When Can Japan Have a Military Again?

Breaking down what’s next for Japan’s military future
Trans Youth in Japan: A Documentary Highlighting Their Struggles and Triumphs

Trans Youth in Japan: A Documentary Highlighting Their Struggles and Triumphs

Personal experiences of trans folks in Japan
Based in Japan: How Mateusz Urbanowicz Preserves Tokyo’s Spirit Through Watercolor

Based in Japan: How Mateusz Urbanowicz Preserves Tokyo’s Spirit Through Watercolor

The beauty of the built environment
What the Japanese Bathhouse Can Teach Us About Body Image

What the Japanese Bathhouse Can Teach Us About Body Image

Does it feel weird to be naked in a sento?

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Through the Eyes of Thundercat

Through the Eyes of Thundercat

The Grammy-winning musician shares his passion for anime, music and tips for Tokyo
Based in Japan: Wayne Shennen on bringing New Zealand to Japan

Based in Japan: Wayne Shennen on bringing New Zealand to Japan

New Zealand wine finally trending in Tokyo
Living the Dream

Living the Dream

Sota Fukushi on his breakout international role in “THE HEAD” Season 2
Fresh Ink: Debut English Translations of Chuya Nakahara’s Japanese Literature

Fresh Ink: Debut English Translations of Chuya Nakahara’s Japanese Literature

The English-language debut of a Japanese modernist master
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Tokyo Day Trip: Enoshima Caves, Shrines and Sea Views

Tokyo Day Trip: Enoshima Caves, Shrines and Sea Views

Escape the city with a stunning Enoshima day trip
Luxury Glamping at THEATER 1 Tokyo

Luxury Glamping at THEATER 1 Tokyo

Escape the city with open-air hot tubs, a fire pit, and a private theater just 90 minutes from Shinjuku
The International Hokusai Club Brings Edo-Era Art to a Global Stage

The International Hokusai Club Brings Edo-Era Art to a Global Stage

How a new cultural initiative is spotlighting Hokusai’s legacy and launching global exhibitions to share his impact
Surviving Summer in Japan

Surviving Summer in Japan

Food, Festivals, and Ways to Beat the Heat
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Japan From Top To Bottom

Japan From Top To Bottom

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Climb Fuji on a Day-Trip

Climb Fuji on a Day-Trip

Do your research, fitness train, and pack light
The Floating World

The Floating World

Chiba’s natural waterway district offers a taste of history
Doai Station in Minakami

Doai Station in Minakami

Japan’s top station for moles
Zao Onsen in Winter

Zao Onsen in Winter

Winter sport and onsen
Shinno-sai Festival

Shinno-sai Festival

Celebrate the god of medicine at Osaka’s year-end festival
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Beer and Pizza Special

Beer and Pizza Special

The perfect summer escape
Sizzling Summers at PLUSTOKYO

Sizzling Summers at PLUSTOKYO

Beat the heat with BBQ and cold beer
Oedo Wadon 2019

Oedo Wadon 2019

Soba and Sake Festival
Mitsukoshi Isetan’s 2019 Summer Halal Food Selection

Mitsukoshi Isetan’s 2019 Summer Halal Food Selection

Halal hits the market
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Multisensory Mixology

Antonio Lai at Andaz Tokyo Rooftop Bar
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Tokyo’s Best Cocktail Bars

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