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The Best Matcha Powders: A Beginner's Guide to Green Tea Brands

By Eugenie Shin

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Body of Missing Tourist Claudio Worm Found off Wakayama Coast

By Ynes Sarah Filleul

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The Best Things To Do in Tokyo This Month: November 2024

Here is what's happening across Tokyo this fall for the month of November

By Weekender Editor

Travel Japan Through Scents: Quintessential Perfumes, Incense, and Fragrances

By Mimana Kiel

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Japan’s 2024 Buzzword Nominations

By Matthew Hernon

Events

Danielle Orchard's "Mother of Gloom"

Museums & Exhibitions
UNTIL Nov 10

Yusuke Kuriki's "Masked Emotions"

Museums & Exhibitions
Nov 08-10

A Personal View of Japanese Contemporary Art: Takahashi Ryutaro Collection

Museums & Exhibitions
UNTIL Nov 10

Flatline City Interdisciplinary Arts Festival

Keiichi Tanaami: Adventures in Memory

Museums & Exhibitions
UNTIL Nov 11

Madpia#2 Music Event ft. OL, Flaty

International Manga and Anime Festival Reiwa Toshima (IMART)

Anime & Manga
Nov 12-15

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Issei Maya 'Tokyo Magic Night: A Magical Experience'

Theater | Dance | Performance
Nov 15

Hugo Yoshikawa's 'Country'

Museums & Exhibitions
UNTIL Nov 16

Mono No Aware Live in Hachijojima

Dua Lipa Radical Optimism Tour

Music
Nov 16-17

Autumn Edition Afternoon Tea at The Tokyo Edition, Toranomon

Food & Drinks
UNTIL Nov 19

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The Ultimate Guide To Thrifting in Tokyo: Best Shops and Spots To Shop

By Kim Kahan

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Giant Donald Trump Mikoshi Paraded Through Osaka By Japanese Supporters

By Wakaba Oto

Debunking the Three Great Villains of Japan’s Sengoku Period

By Cezary Jan Strusiewicz

Godzilla Minus One

Takashi Yamazaki To Direct New Godzilla Movie

By Matthew Hernon

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Explore Kirinnomachi: A Mythical Region Rich in Natural Beauty

By Anna Carne

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Death Note Returns With New Social Deduction Game

By Samantha Low

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Psycho-Pass Launches Its Own Dominator Sake

By Samantha Low

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The Ultimate Fist of the North Star Energy Drink Is Here

By Samantha Low

Food & Drink

McDonald’s Debuts Its Own Anime Girl Mascot

By Samantha Low

Kintsugi and Caffeine at Coffee Bar Sajiki

By Ynes Sarah Filleul

Omakase Etiquette: Your Guide to an Authentic Sushi Experience in Tokyo

By Alina Joan Ito

Where To Find Tokyo's Best Vegan Sushi

By Kim Kahan

Travel

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Enjoy Snow, Scenery and Ski Slopes in Style at Hotel de L'Alpage

By Weekender Editor

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Wataya Besso: A Digital Nomad’s Luxurious Workation in the Heart of Ureshino

By Ynes Sarah Filleul

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Can't-Miss Kitakyushu Attractions

By Anna Carne

Discover Oita: A City Rich in Nature, Culture and Cuisine

By Aya Sato

Entertainment

Godzilla Minus One

Takashi Yamazaki To Direct New Godzilla Movie

By Matthew Hernon

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Death Note Returns With New Social Deduction Game

By Samantha Low

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Psycho-Pass Launches Its Own Dominator Sake

By Samantha Low

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The Ultimate Fist of the North Star Energy Drink Is Here

By Samantha Low

Japan Life

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Uniqlo Store Manager Arrested for Voyeurism in Fitting Rooms

By Ynes Sarah Filleul

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Japan Celebrates As the Dodgers Win the World Series | News Roundup

By Matthew Hernon

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Mount Fuji Remains Snowless: Breaking a New Record

By Matthew Hernon

Japanese Lawmaker Flushed Out of Seat After Infamous ‘Toiletgate’ Escape from LGBTQ Vote

By Wakaba Oto

Art & Culture

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The Diverse World of Japanese Buddhism: The Major Schools and Sects

By Alina Joan Ito

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The Vatican Unveils Its Anime Mascot: Luce

By Aya Sato

The Real Stories Behind Takashi Shimizu’s Terrifying Horror Movies

By Wakaba Oto

Samurai Serial Killers and Mass Murderers

By Cezary Jan Strusiewicz

Health & Beauty

Beni: Japan’s Timeless Cosmetic Secret

By Aya Sato

Beauty Brands of Japan: Kyushu

By Mimana Kiel

OiTr: How To Get Free Sanitary Pads in Japan

By Aya Sato

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5 Japanese Moisturizers for Your Skin This Winter

By Mimana Kiel

Video

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Muscle Girls Bar Creates a Welcoming Space for Fitness Fans

These girls definitely take their protein

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Manga Artist Linnea Kataja Finds Her Place in Japan

By Samantha Low

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Rock Around the Clock: The Stories of Tokyo's Rockabillies

By Zoria Petkoska

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Photographer Herbie Yamaguchi Has a Message for You: Stay Punk!

By Zoria Petkoska

TW Collabs

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Explore Kirinnomachi: A Mythical Region Rich in Natural Beauty

By Anna Carne

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Enjoy Snow, Scenery and Ski Slopes in Style at Hotel de L'Alpage

By Weekender Editor

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Wataya Besso: A Digital Nomad’s Luxurious Workation in the Heart of Ureshino

By Ynes Sarah Filleul

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Can't-Miss Kitakyushu Attractions

By Anna Carne

Discover Oita: A City Rich in Nature, Culture and Cuisine

By Aya Sato

Enjoy The Best Snow in The World in Hokkaido Powder Belt

By Kim Kahan

Himeji: A Crown Jewel of Japanese Culture and History

By Alina Joan Ito

Take an Exclusive, After-Hours Tour of the Japanese Imperial Collections

By Anna Carne

Community

TW Social: What We Got Up To in August and September 2024

By David Schneider

Introducing Tokyo Weekender Vol. 4

By Weekender Editor

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A Guide to Tokyo’s Geisha Districts

By Maria Superata

TW Social: What We Got Up To in June and July 2024

By David Schneider

TW Social: What We Got Up To in March and April 2024

By David Schneider

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Kimono Mom: The Geisha Turned Mother Turned YouTuber

By Lyn Tsuchiya

Amane Sakaguchi Talks Traditions and Hopes for Female Shamisen Players in Japan

By Zoria Petkoska

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From Trash to Treasure: Redesigning Japan’s Waste

By Victoria Bennett

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Tokyo Minimalism: Maki Shinohara Photographs the Calm Side of the Capital

By Zoria Petkoska

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Tokyo Fashion Week Spring 2024 Highlights

By Zoria Petkoska

TW BOOK CLUB

What We’re Reading This Month

TW Creatives

Submit your creative works

TW Social

What We Got Up To in the past few months

TW Impact

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From Trash to Treasure: Redesigning Japan’s Waste

By Victoria Bennett

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Transformational Travel: Visit Kamikatsu, Japan’s First Zero-waste Town

By Linda Ding

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Minato Ward Chairperson Yuki Kumiko Shatters Stereotypes

By Nupur Singh

Visit Japan: Tips for LGBTQ Travelers

By Alina Joan Ito