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The Colorful and Healthy Art of Japanese Pickle Recipes

The history, recipes and health benefits of Japan’s pickles

Japan Drugstore Guide: The Best Cold Sore Creams in Japan

A list of cold sore creams and treatments available in Japan

Tokyo Trends: Where To Buy Winter Coats In Tokyo

Leather is your go-to this season

Tokyo Pop-up Stores December 2024

Our top five picks for December pop-ups

The Heart of Kabukicho: ZEROTOKYO

Japan’s nightlife reimagined

Japandi: The Fusion of Japanese Minimalism and Scandinavian Comfort

How to incorporate intentionality, balance and Danish hygge into your home and life

LOVEHO SELECTS Featured Artist: Lee He-Yi

Featured artist of November 2024

Your Weekly Horoscope October 4 – October 11

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.

Events In Tokyo This Week

IS:SUE Tour Final

May 24, 2026 at 5:00pm ~ May 24, 2026 at 8:30pm

Read The Latest Issue Spring 2026

Read our latest print magazine online and browse all the locations across Tokyo and the Kanto Region where you can pick up a copy for yourself.

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Culture

5 of Japan’s Up-and-Coming Artists to Have On Your Radar

From graffiti to graphics, social change to self-help

Luby Sparks Interview

The desire of being mainstream at heart

Tokyo Music Scene – New Japan Releases May 2022

Your monthly dose of new music from Japan

Thundercat: The Prodigal Son Returns

After a two-year delay, Thundercat arrives in Japan and speaks on music & otaku culture

Living

English-Speaking Vets in Tokyo

A comprehensive guide for pet owners

Japanese High School Boys Are Waiting for Their First Kiss

Youth intimacy declines in Japan as self-pleasure rises

Pop-up Stores in Tokyo January

Illuminations, exhibitions and more

Based in Japan: Back to the World of XTRA

Growing stardom as a Tokyo content creator and artist

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Travel

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.