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What’s Happening in Tokyo this August?

What’s Happening in Tokyo this August?

Metropolis’ picks for the best events to go to this August
Harmonia Café and Select Shop

Harmonia Café and Select Shop

Azabujuban’s most relaxing café and boutique
Tokyo Neighborhood Guide: Hidden Ginza

Tokyo Neighborhood Guide: Hidden Ginza

Heartlands: A historical tour of Tokyo’s most glamorous neighborhood 
Based in Japan: SAMMIT

Based in Japan: SAMMIT

The Real Tokyo Drift
Hidden Gems on the JR Yamanote Line

Hidden Gems on the JR Yamanote Line

Underground spots on Tokyo’s most famous overground rail line
Bug Catching in Japan

Bug Catching in Japan

A beginner’s guide to bug catching culture in Japan

Tokyo’s Best Kakigori

Tokyo’s Best Kakigori

From the quintessential to the questionable

Event Events In Tokyo This Week

MINYO CRUSADERS MINYO IS BACK IN TOWN 2025 NEW YEAR AT COTTON CLUB

MINYO CRUSADERS MINYO IS BACK IN TOWN 2025 NEW YEAR AT COTTON CLUB

Jan 11, 2025 at 3:30pm ~ Jan 12, 2025 at 7:30pm

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Fresh Ink: Osamu Dazai

Fresh Ink: Osamu Dazai

The English-language debut of A, Autumn
The Echoes of KYOTOGRAPHIE

The Echoes of KYOTOGRAPHIE

How creative events can shape our communities
KYOTOGRAPHIE 2021

KYOTOGRAPHIE 2021

Highlights from one of Japan’s foremost art festivals

Tokyo Music Scene: New Japan Releases this September

Tokyo Music Scene: New Japan Releases this September

Featuring exciting collabs and independent releases from some of our favorite artists right now
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Living

Ibusuki Summer Breeze, Kagoshima’s Summer X Games

Ibusuki Summer Breeze, Kagoshima’s Summer X Games

Surf’s up for the biggest sports festival in Kagoshima
Want to Start a Business in Japan?

Want to Start a Business in Japan?

Free consultation with Sea and Forest Plan Company
East Nara Nabari

East Nara Nabari

A natural playground rich with scenic beauty and historic attractions
Metropolis Spring Issue 2023

Metropolis Spring Issue 2023

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

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Travel

Just A Castaway

Just A Castaway

Hidden messages and burnt-out Tokyoites wash up on Okinawa’s islands
Big Trouble in Middle China

Big Trouble in Middle China

Or, How We Almost Froze on One of China’s Sacred Peaks

The Scalding Pools

The Scalding Pools

Hell on earth can be found in Beppu, a must-visit for fans of Japanese onsen
Night Of The Devil Fish

Night Of The Devil Fish

The Philippine island of Malapascua is home to sand, sun—and one very strange safari
Storm Damage

Storm Damage

Devastated by a volcanic eruption six years ago, the island of Miyakejima is back in business—sort of
Beyond the Taj Mahal

Beyond the Taj Mahal

Three cities off the beaten path reveal India’s Heart and Soul
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Dining

Kaitenzushi

Kaitenzushi

You spin me right round
Chronic Tacos Restaurant Review

Chronic Tacos Restaurant Review

“Fast casual” joint Chronic Tacos opens first Tokyo restaurant after sixteen years of US success. Mexican-American dining at its best.
Insider’s Guide to Eating in and Dining Out

Insider’s Guide to Eating in and Dining Out

March Food Tips & Trends
Tuck into Teppanyaki at Sasaya

Tuck into Teppanyaki at Sasaya

Spice Works expands its empire in Kamata
Sitting Down to Mark’s Table

Sitting Down to Mark’s Table

An intimate Chef’s Table experience in Ginza
Yoyogi Village’s Vinyl Speakeasy

Yoyogi Village’s Vinyl Speakeasy

Music Bar is every hipster’s perfect hideaway
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