A Guide to Setsubun and Where to Celebrate in Tokyo
Where to throw beans this weekend
Where to Buy Good Deodorant in Japan
Don’t sweat it, we’ve got you covered with these recommendations
Exploring Japanese Traditional Incense and the Art of Kodo
Yoshimi Higuchi and the spirit of incense
10 Lesser-Known Secondhand Bookstores in Tokyo that Sell English Books
Quirky spots to find cheap English books in Tokyo
Things To Do in February 2026
Your guide to enjoying Tokyo’s coldest month
Guide to Celebrating Valentine’s Day in Tokyo
Everything you need to know about celebrating loved ones the Japanese way
Tokyo Marathon 2026: What Runners Should Know About Staying in Central Tokyo
Smart logistics, smoother race week, faster recovery
Events
Art Exhibition: “As the Sun Rose”
Feb 07, 2026 at 2:00pm
Feb 27, 2026 at 7:00pm
Sakana and Japan Festival 2026
Feb 20, 2026 at 10:00am
Feb 23, 2026 at 8:00pm
Gamuso Rocks Tokyo!
Feb 28, 2026 at 5:00pm
Feb 28, 2026 at 11:30pm
Play Spcae at Tokyo National Museum
Jan 16, 2026 at 10:00am
Mar 01, 2026 at 4:30pm
Havana Night in Ginza
Mar 14, 2026 at 7:00pm
Mar 14, 2026 at 10:00pm
Koishikawa Plum Festival
Feb 07, 2026 at 9:00am
Mar 01, 2026 at 5:00pm
Tokyo Outside Festival
Mar 28, 2026 at 9:30am
Mar 29, 2026 at 3:30pm
Hello, Spring! 2026 in TOKYO MIDTOWN YAESU
Mar 06, 2026 at 12:00am
Apr 12, 2026 at 11:30pm
Living
Guide to Celebrating Valentine’s Day in Tokyo
Everything you need to know about celebrating loved ones the Japanese way
Tokyo Marathon 2026: What Runners Should Know About Staying in Central Tokyo
Smart logistics, smoother race week, faster recovery
English‑Speaking Architects in Tokyo
Your guide to Tokyo-based architects who speak your language and understand your vision
What Is Japanese Tradition?
Should Japan stay “traditional”?
Community
EXPAT EXPO TOKYO 2024
Connect with Tokyo’s international community, businesses and services
Alternative Medicine in Japan
Visit these traditional alternative medicine clinics and salons in Tokyo
Metropolis 30th Anniversary Beach Party Recap
The Metropolis team thanks you for 30 years of unwavering support
Tokyo American Club
A community of authenticity and organically fostered diversity
Watch Local and International Football Talent Play in Japan
In this highly expected face-off, Japanese and international teams are showcasing their talents
Beware – Temperatures This Summer Will Again be Dangerous
Here’s how to stay safe in Tokyo this summer
Travel
Escape to Zaltana Cabin in the Mountains of Nagano
A log cabin retreat where city life feels a world away
Discover Japan’s Autumn Colors at Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort
Explore Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort this autumn with foliage, hikes, alpine views and activities
Tokyo Station Hotel: Old And New
The Tokyo Station Hotel is the centerpiece of Tokyo’s time-warp district
Escape the Tokyo Heat
This summer, travel up north
Visiting San’in: Japan’s Sacred and Slightly “Pagan” Region
Shimane and Tottori’s spiritual landscapes
JUNGLIA: Okinawa’s Ambitious New Theme Park
Live out your Jurassic Park dreams
Dining
A Brief History of Zunda
Tohoku’s Green Paste Icon
The Best Chinese Hot Pot Restaurants in Tokyo
Haidilao is not the only choice
The Best Restaurants in Tokyo For Autumnal Dining
Where the smoke rises and leaves fall
Where to Find Pumpkin Spice Lattes in Tokyo
Metropolis’ hunt for the fall favorite drink
The Truth About MSG: Is MSG Bad For You?
How a Japanese discovery became the victim of racism and bad science.
Beyond Vegan Cafés: How Tokyo Restaurants Are Making Traditional Cuisine Inclusive
Ningen Restaurant and Mugi no Oto
Literature
Fresh Ink: When You Want to but Can’t
The English-language debut of Kyohei Sakaguchi’s self-help nonfiction writing
Cirrocumulus Clouds
The English-language debut of Kenji Miyazawa’s story
Fresh Ink: Debut English Translations of Chuya Nakahara’s Japanese Literature
The English-language debut of a Japanese modernist master
Traditional Japanese Yokai and Modern-Day Pokemon
Beyond the monsters with Adam Kabat’s The River Imp and the Stinky Jewel and Other Tales
Ryunosuke Akutagawa’s Kappa
Enter the absurdity of Kappa Land in this new English translation
Fresh Ink: Love
The English-language debut of Kanoko Okamoto’s piece, Love
Movies
