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Japanese Wine: Chasing the Phantom Wine in Hokkaido

Japanese Wine: Chasing the Phantom Wine in Hokkaido

How Takahiko Soga has redefined Japanese winemaking in Yoichi
Tour Roppongi’s Architecture and History

Tour Roppongi’s Architecture and History

The art of getting lost
Tokyo in Bloom

Tokyo in Bloom

Best Parks for Seasonal Flowers in and Around Tokyo 2025
Spring in Japan 2025: Seasonal Foods and Traditions

Spring in Japan 2025: Seasonal Foods and Traditions

Japan’s food and drink agenda
Jasmine Thai Terrace Akasaka: A Tranquil Thai Dining Escape in Tokyo

Jasmine Thai Terrace Akasaka: A Tranquil Thai Dining Escape in Tokyo

Savor authentic Thai cuisine, officially recognized by the Thai government
Why You Should Visit Fukushima in 2025

Why You Should Visit Fukushima in 2025

More than its past, Fukushima is rewriting its future—and it’s about time you saw it for yourself
Healing Japanese Fiction Books That Feel Like a Warm Hug

Healing Japanese Fiction Books That Feel Like a Warm Hug

Comforting tales of self-discovery, second chances, and quiet joy

Horoscope Your Weekly Horoscope January 17 – January 24

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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.

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Tokyo River Clean Up

Tokyo River Clean Up

Feb 28, 2026 at 10:00am ~ Apr 05, 2026 at 5:00pm

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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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Hayao Miyazaki’s New Film “How Do You Live?”

Hayao Miyazaki’s New Film “How Do You Live?”

The anime giant’s final film – release date July 14
The Most Highly Anticipated Anime of 2023

The Most Highly Anticipated Anime of 2023

Our handpicked list of top anime to watch out for in 2023

Fresh Ink: Dream Tales

Fresh Ink: Dream Tales

The English-language debut of Junichiro Tanizaki’s masterpiece ‘Dream Tales’

An Interview with Morgan Simpson from black midi

An Interview with Morgan Simpson from black midi

black midi’s much-anticipated return to Tokyo after the European tour with Dos Monos 
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Living

Tokyo Earthquake Simulator: The Thrilling Way Japan Teaches Disaster Preparedness

Tokyo Earthquake Simulator: The Thrilling Way Japan Teaches Disaster Preparedness

Tokyo’s Free Disaster Prep Center teaches lifesaving skills for free
Funeral Support Services in Japan

Funeral Support Services in Japan

Bilingual compassion, care and peace of mind
Viral Beauty Products in Japan That Actually Live Up to the Hype

Viral Beauty Products in Japan That Actually Live Up to the Hype

From lightweight sunscreens to anti-aging holy grails

Getting Divorced in Japan: Under Japanese Law

Getting Divorced in Japan: Under Japanese Law

Japanese law: everyday legal issues explained
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Tarawa

Tarawa

The capital of Kiribati feels like the edge of the world
Narita Sky Access Line

Narita Sky Access Line

Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on July 2010 The trek out…
Hike

Hike

Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on June 2010 Where: Mt. Ougiyama…
Little Okinawa

Little Okinawa

Chinatown isn’t the only ethnic enclave in Yokohama
Guide

Guide

Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on June 2010 Boutique city guides…
Sports World

Sports World

Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on June 2010 Name: Sports World…
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Dining

Swoon Your Sweetheart for Valentine’s at Grand Hyatt Tokyo

Swoon Your Sweetheart for Valentine’s at Grand Hyatt Tokyo

Perfecting passion through a curated Valentine’s menu
Tokyo’s Top Bakeries

Tokyo’s Top Bakeries

All things bread and pan
Kudo Dreams of Fish Burgers

Kudo Dreams of Fish Burgers

Deli Fu Cious delivers a delicious catch
Christian Drouin Calvados

Christian Drouin Calvados

Celebrating the sweet flavored cider spirit
Jaho Coffee Roaster & Wine Bar

Jaho Coffee Roaster & Wine Bar

Soft ambience in Nakameguro cafe
Drinking from Lunchtime

Drinking from Lunchtime

The best way to drink the day away
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