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Japanese Wilderness Art: Where Nature, Ritual, and Creativity Collide

Japanese Wilderness Art: Where Nature, Ritual, and Creativity Collide

Hunter and painter Aoi Nagasawa returned to her Akita roots to uncover a truer way of life—and turn it into art
Based in Japan: Kapuki Kimono

Based in Japan: Kapuki Kimono

Reiko and Mitsuaki show their dedication to reintroducing the Japanese kimono as modern fashion through innovative designs.
Tokyo Music Scene: New Releases December 2022

Tokyo Music Scene: New Releases December 2022

Your monthly dose of new music from Japan
Based in Japan: MIYACHI

Based in Japan: MIYACHI

Hip-hop artist and Youtuber bridging cultures and scenes
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Living

English‑Speaking Babysitters and Housekeeping in Tokyo

English‑Speaking Babysitters and Housekeeping in Tokyo

Trusted care and help around the home for families in Tokyo
This Japanese Walking Trend Boosts Fitness in Half the Time

This Japanese Walking Trend Boosts Fitness in Half the Time

Backed by science and TikTok hype, Interval Walking Training is transforming everyday walks in Tokyo
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

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Abandoned Water Park

Abandoned Water Park

Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on June 2009 This abandoned water…
Akeno Gekijo

Akeno Gekijo

Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on May 2009 Name: Akeno Gekijo…
Ladakh

Ladakh

Ancient Buddhist traditions live on in this rugged mountain area
Heiankaku

Heiankaku

Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on May 2009 Name: Heiankaku Location:…
Yamate Seven Lucky Gods Walk

Yamate Seven Lucky Gods Walk

Follow an Edo-style path to good fortune in Meguro
Hitching North

Hitching North

Tohoku and Hokkaido are just a thumb ride away
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Dining

Kyoto’s Coffee Scene

Kyoto’s Coffee Scene

How third wave coffee is changing the tides in Kyoto
Sunday Afternoon at Contact

Sunday Afternoon at Contact

Casual clubbing at one of Shibuya’s best
Nourishing Noodles

Nourishing Noodles

Tokyo’s two takes on a fast food favorite, yakisoba
Mikkeller Tokyo

Mikkeller Tokyo

Fresh beer in the fresh air at a Danish craft bar
Your Irish Pub in Kyoto

Your Irish Pub in Kyoto

Taking the sentiment “where everybody knows your name” to the next level
Roppongi Hills Restaurant Refresh

Roppongi Hills Restaurant Refresh

New food fare comes to the complex in celebration of its 15th anniversary
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Western Movies in Japanese Cinemas

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