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Wez Atlas – “Zuum!” Video Release

Wez Atlas – “Zuum!” Video Release

Rising Tokyo hip-hop artist Wez Atlas and Grammy-nominated producer starRo…
Pop Culture Calculated in Cardboard

Pop Culture Calculated in Cardboard

Blurring the lines between fan art and fine art with Monami Ohno
Streepz Music Video Premiere

Streepz Music Video Premiere

Streepz is the music project of actress Sah-Yah and pianist…
This Monk Wears Heels

This Monk Wears Heels

Kodo Nishimura shares his fairy godmother spirit in new book
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Living

Shinbashi Tamakiya’s Modern Take on Edo’s Traditional Delicacy: Tsukudani

Shinbashi Tamakiya’s Modern Take on Edo’s Traditional Delicacy: Tsukudani

How a centuries-old Japanese staple is making waves with unexpected pairings
Forging Bonds: The Samurai Armor Restoration

Forging Bonds: The Samurai Armor Restoration

The appearance and restoration of samurai armor in Malta
Kura Sushi Brings the World to the Table With 70 International Dishes at Osaka-Kansai Expo

Kura Sushi Brings the World to the Table With 70 International Dishes at Osaka-Kansai Expo

A World of Flavors: Kura Sushi’s International-Inspired Menu
Matcha Samurai: Tradition Meets Humor 

Matcha Samurai: Tradition Meets Humor 

Setting the record straight on Japanese culture
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Dining

Mochi Pizza with Wasabi, Tuna, and Shiso

Mochi Pizza with Wasabi, Tuna, and Shiso

The classic pie with a Japanese twist
Grandfather’s

Grandfather’s

Well-aged style in the heart of Shibuya
Chili Parlor 9

Chili Parlor 9

Hot spices to cool the soul
Grape & Shiso Rei Shabu with Yuzukosho Dressing

Grape & Shiso Rei Shabu with Yuzukosho Dressing

Recipe: Grape & Shiso Rei Shabu with Yuzukosho Dressing Servings: 4…
Grounds for Pleasure

Grounds for Pleasure

Three of Shimokitazawa’s best coffee houses
I Love Pizza

I Love Pizza

An authentic slice, minus the corn
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