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Is Communication the Way Out of “Xenophobia” in Japan?

Is Communication the Way Out of “Xenophobia” in Japan?

How the lack of communication creates false beliefs about foreigners’ intentions

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Ukai: The Ancient Japanese Art of Cormorant Fishing

Witness Japan’s 1,300-year-old spectacle of cormorant fishing in Gifu
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How “Sex Toy” Brand TENGA Is Changing Sex Talk in Japan

This iconic “pleasure item” is pushing the conversation forward and normalizing masturbation
Punch Room Tokyo Named One of Asia’s 50 Best Bars

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

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?

What’s the Difference Between Soju and Shochu? And Sake?

Differences, similarities, and why these East Asian spirits are trending
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El Quixico: Tokyo’s Take On Tex-Mex

Tacos, burritos and beer in a lively, Latin-inspired hideaway

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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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Traditional Japanese Yokai and Modern-Day Pokemon 

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LOVEHO SELECTS June 2023

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Tokyo Train Guide: Toei Oedo Line

Tokyo Train Guide: Toei Oedo Line

A huge underground adventure
Is Communication the Way Out of “Xenophobia” in Japan?

Is Communication the Way Out of “Xenophobia” in Japan?

How the lack of communication creates false beliefs about foreigners’ intentions

How “Sex Toy” Brand TENGA Is Changing Sex Talk in Japan

How “Sex Toy” Brand TENGA Is Changing Sex Talk in Japan

This iconic “pleasure item” is pushing the conversation forward and normalizing masturbation
What’s the Difference Between Soju and Shochu? And Sake?

What’s the Difference Between Soju and Shochu? And Sake?

Differences, similarities, and why these East Asian spirits are trending
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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
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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…
Luang Prabang

Luang Prabang

Laos’ second city rewards early risers
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Dining

Narisawa

Narisawa

Environmental edibles at top Tokyo restaurant
The Art of Subtle Dining: Dashi Hide Nishiazabu Review

The Art of Subtle Dining: Dashi Hide Nishiazabu Review

Dashi in the spotlight
Tokyo Food Tips & Trends

Tokyo Food Tips & Trends

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Bistro Vino

Bistro Vino

Navigating the luxury in everyday life at Bistro Vino
A Tale of Two Confectioners

A Tale of Two Confectioners

Metropolis explores two very different masters of chocolate
#uni Seafood

#uni Seafood

Made-to-measure seafood in the shadows of Roppongi
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