Explore the fascinating history behind kissaten cafe culture in Japan, and why it's more than just a place to refuel.

Learn how to wear and style your perfect summer yukata with our guide to common motifs, patters, colors and obis.

Read Metropolis' reviews of movies currently showing in Japan. Discover what's worth watching from Hollywood hits to indie gems and Japanese cinema.

Volunteer for river cleanups with Tokyo River Friends this summer, keeping Tokyo's waterways clean while meeting like-minded people!

Find trusted English-speaking babysitters, childcare and housekeeping in Tokyo for stress-free support at home.

Junglia Okinawa, a new theme park located in northern Okinawa’s lush jungle, is set to open in July 2025—and it’s unlike anything the island has seen before.

Swap step counting for the new Japanese walking trend that boosts fitness in half the time with half the stress.

The Toei Oedo Line is both the second-longest train tunnel in Japan and the only fully underground subway line in the city.

Sip Japanese tea in front of your personal Bonsai, nurtured to perfection along minimalist aesthetics at Matsubaya Saryo / Hakobune Gallery.

Read the latest issue of Metropolis Magazine—Tokyo’s free quarterly print publication, now available online.

Mikuni Minato: a guide to visiting this peaceful port town off the beaten path of Fukui Prefecture in Japan.