Ukai: The Ancient Japanese Art of Cormorant Fishing
Witness Japan’s 1,300-year-old spectacle of cormorant fishing in Gifu
How “Sex Toy” Brand TENGA Is Changing Sex Talk in Japan
This iconic “pleasure item” is pushing the conversation forward and normalizing masturbation
The Japanese Aesthetic of Transparency: From Hokusai to Pocari Sweat
“Toumeikan” is symbolized by water and made visible by the color blue
Punch Room Tokyo Named One of Asia’s 50 Best Bars
This intimate Ginza lounge blends London club heritage with Japanese creativity
Café Lounge Pandora at Hotel Gajoen Tokyo
Sip tea by Japanese gardens and a waterfall at Café Lounge Pandora in the heart of Tokyo
What’s the Difference Between Soju and Shochu? And Sake?
Differences, similarities, and why these East Asian spirits are trending
El Quixico: Tokyo’s Take On Tex-Mex
Tacos, burritos and beer in a lively, Latin-inspired hideaway
Events
Living
English-Speaking Vet in Tokyo: PetLife
Why expats choose PetLife for pet care
This Japanese Walking Trend Boosts Fitness in Half the Time
Backed by science and TikTok hype, Interval Walking Training is transforming everyday walks in Tokyo
Tokyo Train Guide: Toei Oedo Line
A huge underground adventure
Is Communication the Way Out of “Xenophobia” in Japan?
How the lack of communication creates false beliefs about foreigners’ intentions
Community
Travel
Doai Station in Minakami
Japan’s top station for moles
Zao Onsen in Winter
Winter sport and onsen
Shinno-sai Festival
Celebrate the god of medicine at Osaka’s year-end festival
Ozoresan
Take a Halloween trip to hell—and stay the night
Royal House
An abandoned house falls victim to fame
Bungomori Roundhouse
A train garage yawns empty
Dining
Tips and Trends
June 2019
Akasaka/Shinjuku Ninja Restaurant
Espionage and intrigue in Shinjuku and Akasaka
Crowley’s California Kitchen
A West Coast story
Madam Mỹ Ginza
Sumptuous eatery serves Thai and Vietnamese cuisine
Beer and Pizza Special
The perfect summer escape
Sizzling Summers at PLUSTOKYO
Beat the heat with BBQ and cold beer
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