Kimono stylist Kara Harris blends traditional techniques with creative designs, making kimono styling inclusive and accessible to everyone.

Looking for the best heartburn relief medicine in Japan? In Japanese, heartburn relief medicine is called 胸やけのくすり (mune-yake no kusuri) or 胃薬 (i-gusuri), a general term for stomach medicine that can ...

While cities like Kyoto and Nara often steal the Edo spotlight, Kanazawa has quietly preserved the charm of the era, all without the tourist crowds. Historic tea houses, narrow winding streets and one ...

Our Metropolis Winter 2024 Issue is out now and the theme is Edo! This issue, we journey back to Edo times. Step into Japan’s historic charm with a tour of Tokyo’s Edo-inspired eateries, a trip to ...

Kura Sushi, a leading conveyor belt sushi chain, is redefining its dining experience with two innovations that combine entertainment, quality, and safety. First, the new Gift System offers an exciting ...

Tsukudani is seafood or seaweed simmered in a soy sauce and sugar-based broth, reminiscent of Edo-period Japan. But at Shinbashi Tamakiya, a historic shop that has been perfecting the art of tsukudani ...

As we enter the holiday season, Tokyo’s streets hum with holiday markets and temples prepare for the quiet reverence of New Year traditions. The season offers more than celebrations—it’s a chance to ...

Tokyo-based Erin Nøir focuses on black & white photography and is the founder of MONØ, an independent project catering to this niche community. Her work encompasses various subjects with a diaristic ...

Love, heartbreak and the untold tales of Japan’s queer community ...

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From cosmetic treatments to dental services to laser eye surgery, these clinics specially cater to foreign residents in Tokyo. Finding the right clinic can be a real challenge for foreign residents, ...