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Based in Japan: Wayne Shennen on bringing New Zealand to Japan

Based in Japan: Wayne Shennen on bringing New Zealand to Japan

New Zealand wine finally trending in Tokyo
Metropolis Summer Issue 2023

Metropolis Summer Issue 2023

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

Matcha as A Modern Meditation and A Path to Happiness

Matcha as A Modern Meditation and A Path to Happiness

Nobuko Yamazaki on using traditional ritual to tune into our inner selves
Tropical Afternoon Tea at Il Lupino Prime

Tropical Afternoon Tea at Il Lupino Prime

Savor the flavors of summer in Italy and Hawaii
Living the Dream

Living the Dream

Sota Fukushi on his breakout international role in “THE HEAD” Season 2
The Assistant

The Assistant

The silent enablers
Tokyo Metro Tozai Line

Tokyo Metro Tozai Line

A million passengers a day

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Arakawa River Clean Up (FUNABORI)

Arakawa River Clean Up (FUNABORI)

Feb 08, 2025 at 1:00pm ~ Feb 08, 2025 at 5:00pm

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Based in Japan: Kurume Kasuri

Based in Japan: Kurume Kasuri

Saving an ancient textile treasure

Tokyo Music Scene: Newest Japan Releases this May

Tokyo Music Scene: Newest Japan Releases this May

The latest tracks of Tokyo’s hottest sound creators — all rounded up
Seven Japanese Books About Mental Health and Wellbeing

Seven Japanese Books About Mental Health and Wellbeing

For Mental Health Awareness Month
Rock of Asia: Asian Anthology

Rock of Asia: Asian Anthology

“Music is a great tool to make people unite and Rock of Asia can prove it.”
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Orangetheory Fitness

Orangetheory Fitness

New fitness studio in Azabujuban

A Guide to the Best Small Cinemas in Tokyo

A Guide to the Best Small Cinemas in Tokyo

Find your new favorite local cinema haunt

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.
Relaxing to the Extreme

Relaxing to the Extreme

Numajiri Yumoto Onsen offers a wildly unforgettable bathing experience
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In Praise of Slowness

In Praise of Slowness

Yunishigawa offers a leisurely glimpse into Japan’s illustrious past

Block party

Block party

A guide to fun on the fringe at Hong Kong’s nightlife district of Lan Kwai Fong

The Middle Way

The Middle Way

Andrew McHugh embarks on a timeless pilgrimage in Tokyo’s tranquil backyard.
The Simple Life

The Simple Life

City slicker Matthew Reiss takes a breather along Shikoku’s Shimanto River.
The Lost World

The Lost World

In search of an ancient civilization swallowed by the sea, Carlo Niederberger plunges into the waters off Yonaguni.
Nature Trails

Nature Trails

Hakkakuso in Tateyama offers a jumping-off point for cycling, swimming, and the well-preserved charm of Japanese fishing villages. Steve Trautlein heads to the coast.
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Dining

Bistro & Sakaba TAKE

Bistro & Sakaba TAKE

An izakaya with a (slight) French twist
Longrain

Longrain

Modern Thai cuisine via Australia
Agedashi Sobagaki

Agedashi Sobagaki

INGREDIENTS PREPARATION Combine water, dashi, sake, mirin, soy sauce and…
Gyoza IT.

Gyoza IT.

Gyoza fans take note: there is a new spot in town.
Kashiwa Bistro Ban Ban

Kashiwa Bistro Ban Ban

Lively and laid-back with hints of decadence
Those Dang Dagashiya

Those Dang Dagashiya

What, Where, and How (much candy can I fit into my face at once)?
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