How one solo founder is using the Swedish ritual of Fika and AI matching to combat Tokyo’s "transactional" social culture.

The best Japanese films for beginners learning Japanese, focusing on clear speech, emotional directness and everyday language ...

“If I had to eat only in one city for the rest of my life,” said the great chef and traveler Anthony Bourdain. “Tokyo would be it.” It isn’t hard to see why Tokyo is widely considered the best food ...

Taste Tokyo-produced sushi and tempura made for FREE at this special government-sponsored event in the heart of Tokyo.

The Gender Politics of Valentine’s Day in Japan explores how giri-choco evolved from empowerment to obligation in Japanese workplace culture.

The Setagaya Plum Blossom Festival is held at Hanegi Park, a neighborhood park known for its collection of around 650 plum ...

We’re back with our monthly roundup of new Japanese tracks, spotlighting some of the best releases of February.

Tracing the history of patriarchy in Japan, this article explains how female rulers were erased and a male-only tradition was ...

Experience TAKANAWA GATEWAY’s first-ever projection mapping event, “Takanawa Light Journey,” running from February 5 to ...

Discover the best events in Tokyo with Metropolis. From live music and art shows to festivals and nightlife, find out what's ...

If you think you've seen Japanese politeness, think again. Volleyball player's viral on-court apology is sure to take you by surprise.

Strawberry picking in Tokyo is a winter escape with all-you-can-eat ichigo-gari, fresh seasonal berries and easy-access farms.