Peace of the Action

As Japan commemorates the end of WWII, local activists spread an antiwar message

Cooking the Books

Metropolis rounds up the latest culinary-themed titles to hit stores in Japan

A Legacy of Emotion

Why do people care so much about the death of pro wrestler Mitsuharu Misawa?

Bustin’ Down the Door

Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on July 2009 This documentary looks [...]

Bolt

Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on July 2009 A pampered celebrity [...]

Tsuge

Yakitori gets a creative twist in an unexpected location

Death at a Funeral

Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on July 2009 This dark British [...]

La Valenciana

This new tapas bar could do with a little more flair

Spirit Parties

Japan's Obon and summer festivals are loud and mad enough to wake the dead - Here are a few of the major events being held around the country during the coming month.

Akiko Tomoda

Sake Sommelier and Wine Advisor

Through the Monocle

Most expensive, most livable... with Tokyo, it’s all about who you ask

Miracle at St. Anna

Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on July 2009 Normally excellent director [...]