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American Wine Dinner in Tokyo: 5 Regions, 5 Wines

American Wine Dinner in Tokyo: 5 Regions, 5 Wines

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Gesshin ~月心~

Gesshin ~月心~

A Mexican photographer’s journey to Japan and discovering herself in the moon
Fuji Rock 2022 Wrap Up

Fuji Rock 2022 Wrap Up

Interviews with Snail Mail, Hiatus Kaiyote and Black Country New Road
Japan’s Unbelievable Contemporary Embroidery Art

Japan’s Unbelievable Contemporary Embroidery Art

A new wave of Japanese embroidery artists is hitting social media
LOVEHO SELECTS

LOVEHO SELECTS

August 2022
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Living

Unearthing the History of Tokyo Train Stations

Unearthing the History of Tokyo Train Stations

A Lucky Train Delay at Omori Station
BEATCITY JAPAN 2025: Japan’s Premier Beatboxing Event Evolves with a World-First Karaoke Room

BEATCITY JAPAN 2025: Japan’s Premier Beatboxing Event Evolves with a World-First Karaoke Room

Get ready for an electrifying year of battles, performances—and now, the world’s first beatbox karaoke room!
Mediterranean Comfort with an Aussie Twist: bills Launches New Spring/Summer 2025 Menu in Japan

Mediterranean Comfort with an Aussie Twist: bills Launches New Spring/Summer 2025 Menu in Japan

Fresh produce, bright flavors, and wine-ready plates define the newest seasonal lineup at bills Japan
Is Same Sex Marriage Legal in Japan?

Is Same Sex Marriage Legal in Japan?

The courts say it’s unconstitutional, but same-sex couples still can’t legally marry in Japan
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Travel

Another Country

Another Country

While maintaining its cultural distinction, the Basque homeland of Bayonne offers the best of Spain and France
Stepping into the past

Stepping into the past

Beaches, museums—and painted ladies—await visitors in Atami and Ito
Getting to the Roots of Kuala Lumpur

Getting to the Roots of Kuala Lumpur

In quiet parks and bustling markets, Malaysia’s capital reveals its past and future
The Great Outdoors

The Great Outdoors

Shinrin Koen in Saitama offers year-round fun for space-deprived Tokyoites
Ancient treasures

Ancient treasures

Explore untouched 900-year-old temples in Myanmar’s Bagan region
The High Life

The High Life

Squeeze a last bit of fun out of winter in the mountains of Nagano
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Dining

Winter’s Best

Winter’s Best

Our seasonal seafood and Winter produce guide
Low & Slow Shibuya BBQ Review

Low & Slow Shibuya BBQ Review

Texas-style barbecue in the heart of Shibuya
Vegetables with Foam of Rocket and Anchovy Mayonnaise

Vegetables with Foam of Rocket and Anchovy Mayonnaise

Special recipe from Kei Kobayashi, Restaurant Kei, Paris
Nakame Takkyu Lounge

Nakame Takkyu Lounge

Ping Pong, “Headis” and Art Come Together in Yokohama
Tokyo Food Tips & Trends

Tokyo Food Tips & Trends

December
Dine Like a Don at Wagyumafia

Dine Like a Don at Wagyumafia

A gyukatsu empire in the making
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Western Movies in Japanese Cinemas

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