Kagura: Theater from Heaven Joins the UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List
Kagura, a variant of Shinto theater, may not be as well known to foreigners as kabuki and noh
Why Does Japan Eat KFC On Christmas?
How KFC became Kentucky Fried Christmas in Japan
Best Futons in Japan: Top Picks From Real Reviews
The right futon for your space and sleep
Cafe Lumiere Kakigori for A Tokyo Christmas
A chilly dessert for a frosty morning
Best Stollen in Tokyo for Christmas 2025
The coziest winter dessert is back for Christmas
Christmas Markets in Tokyo 2025
Where to find festive dishes, gifts and end-of-year atmosphere
Christmas Afternoon Teas in Tokyo 2025
Experience the warmth of the holidays through artful sweets, rich savories and festive hotel lounges across Tokyo
Events
Katsuura Big Hinamatsuri
Feb 21, 2026 at 12:00am
Mar 03, 2026 at 12:00am
Hogwarts in the Snow Tokyo
Nov 08, 2025 at 9:00am
Jan 12, 2026 at 5:00pm
Tokyo Marathon Friendship Run 2026
Feb 28, 2026 at 9:00am
Feb 28, 2026 at 1:30pm
Chichibu Whisky Festival
Feb 15, 2026 at 11:00am
Feb 15, 2026 at 5:00pm
Jindaiji Temple Daruma Doll Fair
Mar 03, 2026 at 10:00am
Mar 04, 2026 at 4:00pm
Pirates of Tokyo Bay: English & Japanese Improv Comedy
Jan 25, 2026 at 7:30pm
Jan 25, 2026 at 9:30pm
Mt. Takao Setsubun
Feb 03, 2026 at 1:00pm
Feb 03, 2026 at 5:00pm
Asuka Irie Exhibition 2026―Moonlight and Drowsiness
Apr 22, 2026 at 10:30am
May 06, 2026 at 7:00pm
Living
Conrad Tokyo: Where Omotenashi Guides Every Detail
How General Manager Neil McInnes and his team shape thoughtful hospitality through detail, design and anticipation
Based in Japan: How to Get Permanent Residency in Japan in Two Years with Tokuyuu
And how to achieve Japanese fluency in record time
Outdoor Ice Skating Rinks in Tokyo
The city’s top seasonal rinks
Where to Buy Christmas Gifts in Tokyo
Get creative with gifts this season with some of Tokyo’s most creative shopping hubs
Community
Metropolis Summer Issue 2024
See what’s inside and where to pick up a copy
Domestic Violence in Japan: Every Third Woman
The Prevalence of Domestic Violence in Japan
Health Supplements Under Scrutiny After Fermented Rice Fiasco
Demands for stricter food safety regulations
Explore the World of Pickleball in Nihonbashi
Discover this new sport at the latest event in Nihonbashi
Health authorities warn of spike in potentially lethal STSS cases
Japan battles ‘flesh eating’ infection outbreak
EXPO 2025
Japan set to celebrate global innovations in Osaka
Travel
Discover Okinawa Beneath the Surface with Hilton
Six unique stays. One unforgettable island. Explore Okinawa’s rich culture, stunning nature and coastal charm with Hilton as your guide.
Minobusan Experiences: Helicopter Ride, Temple Stay, Food and More
Sleep where monks once meditated, carve your own Daruma, and bike around Mt. Fuji
HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU: A Soundtrack to Your Stay in Tokyo
Where music and Tokyo city views meet bold design and DJ flair
Tokyo Day Trip: Discovering Omiya, Saitama
Holy history and miniature trees
Yamanashi: The Wine Country of Japan
From Western tradition to local production
Minobu Travel Guide: Food and Craft Experiences in Japan’s Temple Town
Meet the artisans, farmers, and chefs reviving Minobu through sustainable tourism and traditional culture
Dining
A Short History of Japanese Cheesecake
From ancient Olympic superfood to fuwa-fuwa fandom
The Best Donuts in Tokyo 2025
Our guide to the city’s best edible halos
Best Rooftop Bars in Tokyo – 2025 Ultimate Guide
Kick back and take in Tokyo’s galactic skyline
Yamanashi: The Wine Country of Japan
From Western tradition to local production
The Ultimate Japanese BBQ Guide: Grilling Tips, Recipes and Must-Try Foods
Crispy on the outside
Tokyo’s Best Filipino Restaurants
The best spots to dine
Literature
The Thorn Puller
Hiromi Ito’s debut English-language novel translated by Jeffrey Angles
How Kyoto Breaks Your Heart
Florentyna Leow’s gustatory sketch of love and heartbreak in Kyoto
Fresh Ink: Dream Tales
The English-language debut of Junichiro Tanizaki’s masterpiece ‘Dream Tales’
Fresh Ink: Impressions of Sada Abe
The English-langauge debut of the famous crime of Sada Abe
A Guide to Zines in Tokyo
A deep dive into the world of self-published print
Found in Translation
Tackling Japanese literature as a couple, one line at a time
Movies
