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Fresh Meat 14: Japan’s Recurring Charity Drag Show Returns for One Final Night

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Rhythms of the Caribbean

Rhythms of the Caribbean

Experience Caribbean music, dance and food in the heart of Tokyo
Based in Japan: Stefanie Arianne on Acting in Japan

Based in Japan: Stefanie Arianne on Acting in Japan

Pushing through barriers, doubt and discrimination to become a star
Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero Movie Review

Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero Movie Review

One step forward or one step back?
Tokyo Music Scene – New Releases June 2022

Tokyo Music Scene – New Releases June 2022

Your monthly dose of new music from Japan
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Living

Getting Divorced in Japan: Under Japanese Law

Getting Divorced in Japan: Under Japanese Law

Japanese law: everyday legal issues explained
Toranomon Hills Glass Rock

Toranomon Hills Glass Rock

The Final Chapter in a Landmark Redevelopment
Kura Sushi’s Giant Expo Store Opens April 13—Here’s What to Expect

Kura Sushi’s Giant Expo Store Opens April 13—Here’s What to Expect

A 135-meter conveyor belt, sustainable design and sushi with a global twist
Strings Omotesando Launches Cherry & Rose Vintage Afternoon Tea

Strings Omotesando Launches Cherry & Rose Vintage Afternoon Tea

A Retro-Pop Afternoon Delight
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Travel

Train spotting

Train spotting

The Trans-Siberian Railway is an epic journey that begins right at Japan’s doorstep
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.
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Dining

R Burgers and Liquor Bar

R Burgers and Liquor Bar

Burgers, booze and boards
The Tavern Yokohama

The Tavern Yokohama

Yokohama’s oldest British pub
Bistro and Sakaba TAKE

Bistro and Sakaba TAKE

An izakaya with a (slight) French twist
Longrain

Longrain

Modern Thai cuisine via Australia
Agedashi Sobagaki Recipe

Agedashi Sobagaki Recipe

Agedashi Sobagaki INGREDIENTS Agedashi Sobagaki PREPARATION Combine water, dashi, sake,…
Gyoza IT.

Gyoza IT.

Gyoza fans take note: there is a new spot in town.
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Western Movies in Japanese Cinemas

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