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Sekijima Hisako Basketry Solo Exhibition

Sekijima Hisako Basketry Solo Exhibition

Nov 14, 2026 at 11:00am ~ Mar 22, 2027 at 6:00pm

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Culture

When Is Tokyo Fashion Week?

When Is Tokyo Fashion Week?

What to expect from Japan’s biggest fashion event
Japan Criticizes Trump’s Use of Anime Like Naruto and Pokémon in Political Videos

Japan Criticizes Trump’s Use of Anime Like Naruto and Pokémon in Political Videos

Foreign Ministry asks Trump administration to stop using Pokémon, Naruto and other anime without permission
How to Wear and Style a Summer Yukata 

How to Wear and Style a Summer Yukata 

Your guide to styling Japan’s most iconic seasonal garment
Meet One of the Few Non-Japanese Licensed Kimono Stylists in Japan

Meet One of the Few Non-Japanese Licensed Kimono Stylists in Japan

Based in Japan: Kara Harris on the exam that made her cry, opening a shop in Asakusa and her mission to make kimono fit everyone
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Living

Meet the Rescue Dogs Teaching Tokyo a Lesson in Self-Love

Meet the Rescue Dogs Teaching Tokyo a Lesson in Self-Love

A Tokyo veterinarian is turning the real-life stories of Japan’s rescue dogs into illustrated affirmation cards
English-Friendly Aesthetic Clinics in Tokyo

English-Friendly Aesthetic Clinics in Tokyo

Where to get Botox, fillers, HIFU and skin boosters in Tokyo, with doctors who consult in English
Things To Do in Tokyo in October 2026

Things To Do in Tokyo in October 2026

The rundown of the best events in Tokyo this October
Where To Pick Autumn Fruit in Japan

Where To Pick Autumn Fruit in Japan

Japan’s orchards open to visitors each autumn for fruit picking
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Community

Metropolis Spring Issue 2026 Out Now

Metropolis Spring Issue 2026 Out Now

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

Swimming Pools in Tokyo and Yokohama

Swimming Pools in Tokyo and Yokohama

Escape the summer heat
Fika in Tokyo: How a Swedish Coffee Ritual Is Helping Professionals Feel Less Alone

Fika in Tokyo: How a Swedish Coffee Ritual Is Helping Professionals Feel Less Alone

Intentional slowness to replace transactional networking.
Domestic Violence in Japan: Every Third Woman

Domestic Violence in Japan: Every Third Woman

The prevalence of domestic violence in Japan
Where to Celebrate Thanksgiving in Tokyo 2026

Where to Celebrate Thanksgiving in Tokyo 2026

Tokyo meets American tradition
English-Speaking Sports and Fitness Groups in Tokyo

English-Speaking Sports and Fitness Groups in Tokyo

Find community and stay healthy through these sports and fitness groups
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Travel

Cycling Japan: Fukuoka to Tokyo by Bike in One Month

Cycling Japan: Fukuoka to Tokyo by Bike in One Month

One rider’s journey from Fukuoka to Tokyo in one month
Beaches, Surf Spots and Pools Near Tokyo

Beaches, Surf Spots and Pools Near Tokyo

Editor’s pick of the best summer escapes around Tokyo
Hilton’s Ultimate Island-Hopping Guide to Okinawa

Hilton’s Ultimate Island-Hopping Guide to Okinawa

Seven unique stays. One unforgettable island chain. Explore Okinawa’s rich culture, stunning nature and coastal charm with Hilton as your guide.
Is Hokkaido Warm in the Summer?

Is Hokkaido Warm in the Summer?

Here is what the locals say.
What Niseko Says About the Future of Travel in Japan

What Niseko Says About the Future of Travel in Japan

A weekend in Hirafu’s luxury bubble, staying at Niseko Kyo and dining at Masonry
Cape Ashizuri Travel Guide: Temples, Typhoons and Ocean Views at Shikoku’s Southern Tip

Cape Ashizuri Travel Guide: Temples, Typhoons and Ocean Views at Shikoku’s Southern Tip

Simon Rowe braves the storms and heads down to Shikoku’s “Typhoon Ginza,” Cape Ashizuri.
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Dining

Meso: French-Japanese Fusion in Shimokitazawa

Meso: French-Japanese Fusion in Shimokitazawa

An innovative, French fusion bistro that is bound to keep you wanting more
Oxomoco Opens in Roppongi

Oxomoco Opens in Roppongi

The Brooklyn original earned its Michelin star in five months, the Roppongi relaunch brings a bigger menu and a bigger room
Best Summer Beer Gardens in Tokyo 2026

Best Summer Beer Gardens in Tokyo 2026

Cold pours, sunset views and rooftop grills
Ukiyo: Creative Cuisine in Yoyogi-Uehara

Ukiyo: Creative Cuisine in Yoyogi-Uehara

Elevating Japanese ingredients into a sophisticated dining experience
caveman in Tokyo

caveman in Tokyo

“Slow food” with the highest quality of ingredients
Food Fantasies: Japanese Aphrodisiacs

Food Fantasies: Japanese Aphrodisiacs

The exotic and erotic foods of Japan to titillate your taste buds, and more
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Literature

Japanese Creation Myths Born from Water

Japanese Creation Myths Born from Water

Japan’s oldest stories are told in water
Water Spirits in Japanese Folklore

Water Spirits in Japanese Folklore

From the cheeky to the horrific
11 Influential Japanese LGBTQ+ Novels to Read

11 Influential Japanese LGBTQ+ Novels to Read

Love, identity, and the untold tales of Japan’s queer community
Book Review: The Summer House by Masashi Matsuie

Book Review: The Summer House by Masashi Matsuie

A quietly compelling meditation on architecture and desire
Book Review: Vanishing World by Sayaka Murata

Book Review: Vanishing World by Sayaka Murata

A chillingly plausible future
Book Review: The Curious Kitten at the Chibineko Kitchen by Yuta Takahashi

Book Review: The Curious Kitten at the Chibineko Kitchen by Yuta Takahashi

Your table awaits at the Chibineko Kitchen…
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Japanese Movies

Upcoming Movies in Japan in 2026

Upcoming Movies in Japan in 2026

Enjoyed Demon Slayer? Here are 7 movies to keep on your radar this year
10 Best New Anime of 2026

10 Best New Anime of 2026

A curated look at the anime everyone will be talking about this year.
Best 80s Japanese Anime Movies You’ll Adore

Best 80s Japanese Anime Movies You’ll Adore

Rev up those space rockets—we’re going way beyond Akira or Ghibli
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Western Movies in Japanese Cinemas

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