The storied past and present-day role of Japan’s love hotels
A comprehensive guide for pet owners
Youth intimacy declines in Japan as self-pleasure rises
5 sushi spots you can’t miss
Tokyo is full of regional Chinese food waiting to be tried.
Illuminations, exhibitions and more
Growing stardom as a Tokyo content creator and artist
Musician and activist Tom Robinson’s return to Japan
The best picks to add to your reading list
Fighting homogeneity in the Japanese music scene
Searching for community in an amusement park
English Facebook groups for finding free stuff, making friends, volunteering, and more
Your realistic guide to navigating Japan’s trains like a local
AOHATA 55 Celebrates 55 Sweet Years with New Flavors, Fresh Looks, and On-the-Go Jams
Interviews with Chinese residents in Tokyo
Follow an Edo-style path to good fortune in Meguro
Tohoku and Hokkaido are just a thumb ride away
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on April 2009 Name: Hokutan Shimizusawa…
Discover the legacy of the 1964 Tokyo Games as the city gears up for the next one… maybe
Many cultures bring a panorama of flavor to the table
Indulge your sweet tooth while strolling the streets of old Japan
A guide to the four seasons of Japanese food
Summer treats to eat by the beach
Mediterranean food – a Tokyo curiosity
A summer getaway on a rooftop terrace in Tokyo
Best curry restaurants in Tokyo
Cheerful Kaiseki
