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Japanese Whisky

Japanese Whisky

Review of Brian Ashcraft’s ‘Japanese Whisky: The Ultimate Guide to the World’s Most Desirable Spirit’
Pop-Up Stores in Tokyo: August 2024

Pop-Up Stores in Tokyo: August 2024

Fill up your summer wardrobe and enjoy themed cafés.
American Steak Dinner For Two at ANA InterContinental Tokyo

American Steak Dinner For Two at ANA InterContinental Tokyo

Dine in Japanese summer festival style
Tokyo American Club

Tokyo American Club

A community of authenticity and organically fostered diversity 
Fresh ink: Kitagawa Chiyo Conclusion

Fresh ink: Kitagawa Chiyo Conclusion

Read the moving end of the working-class fable “The Silk Sandals”
Watch Local and International Football Talent Play in Japan

Watch Local and International Football Talent Play in Japan

In this highly expected face-off, Japanese and international teams are showcasing their talents
Tokyo Trends: 90s Fashion in Tokyo

Tokyo Trends: 90s Fashion in Tokyo

Fashion serving as a driving power of social change and art liberation

Horoscope Your Weekly Horoscope July 19 – July 26

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See what the stars have in store for you this week. World-renowned astrologer Cathryn Moe discusses love, money, luck and all else in this weekly series.

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newneu. synapse. presents Michael Bibi

newneu. synapse. presents Michael Bibi

Feb 06, 2026 at 11:00pm ~ Feb 07, 2026 at 4:30am

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Rainy Spring Night

Rainy Spring Night

A previously-untranslated short story by Kafu Nagai
Tsukiji Theater Week March 31 – April 5

Tsukiji Theater Week March 31 – April 5

Performing art that transcends language and culture
The Spirit of Mottainai Culture

The Spirit of Mottainai Culture

How an ancient Japanese sentiment is key to a sustainable future
Reviving a Stigmatized Tradition

Reviving a Stigmatized Tradition

Tattoos from Okinawa, an Interview with Hajichi Project’s Moeko Heshiki
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What’s Happening in Tokyo in October?

What’s Happening in Tokyo in October?

Metropolis’ top well-being events this October.
Pop-Up Stores in Tokyo: October 2024

Pop-Up Stores in Tokyo: October 2024

Editors’ picks for your city views, afternoon teas and shopping hauls
How Drag Queen Labianna Is Changing Sex Ed in Japan

How Drag Queen Labianna Is Changing Sex Ed in Japan

Blending drag and sexual education

Discover the Craftsmanship of GLOBAL Knives

Discover the Craftsmanship of GLOBAL Knives

Metropolis Readers Get an Exclusive Gift at the Flagship Roppongi Store
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Life Cyclist

Life Cyclist

An around-the-world biker makes a pit stop in Tokyo
FOREST IN THE CLOUDS

FOREST IN THE CLOUDS

Rainswept trails and lush beauty await in Costa Rica’s Monteverde Nature Preserve
Geisha for a Day

Geisha for a Day

Kyoto’s makeover studios offer visitors a new twist on tradition
Southern comfort

Southern comfort

Indonesia’s most vibrant village replenishes heart, mind and soul
Show time

Show time

Nagoya is a city of potential heading into Expo 2005
Waterworld

Waterworld

Float across the watery heart of Brunei’s capital, Bandar Seri Begawan
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Dining

LAND Seafood

LAND Seafood

LAND Seafood, a new restaurant venture by Cafe Company Inc.,…
Trader Vic’s Thanksgiving feast

Trader Vic’s Thanksgiving feast

Get the full Thanksgiving feast this year at Trader Vic’s, a premier American restaurant chain.
Aonori Popcorn

Aonori Popcorn

Hot buttered popcorn with a green twist
BLT Steak

BLT Steak

Enjoy a delicious thanksgiving lunch or dinner at BLT Steak, an authentic American steakhouse with a chic bistro ambiance
Lawry’s The Prime Rib, Akasaka

Lawry’s The Prime Rib, Akasaka

Food for cultivated carnivores
Searching for the Perfect Snack

Searching for the Perfect Snack

Japanese snack bar with minimal snacks

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