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Osamu Dazai: The Edge of Life | Spotlight

The life, work and enduring influence of one of Japan’s most troubled literary icons

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The Kanabo: A History of Japan's Oldest Weapon

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Studio Ghibli’s Princess Mononoke Returns in New Kabuki Adaptation

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7 Must-See Art Exhibitions in Tokyo This June

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The Kanabo: A History of Japan's Oldest Weapon

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Studio Ghibli’s Princess Mononoke Returns in New Kabuki Adaptation

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7 Must-See Art Exhibitions in Tokyo This June

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Tokyo Tower of Babel: The 10-Kilometer-High Megastructure Japan Almost Built

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Japan’s Architectural Masterpieces, Far Off the Beaten Path

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Capella Kyoto Is Bringing a New Vision of Luxury to Kyoto

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How Kai McKenzie Became a Rising Star in Japanese Menswear

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Inside Café Dior, Tokyo’s Most Beautiful New Destination

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The Art and Obsession Behind Japanese Selvedge Denim

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Matsuya Ginza: Tokyo’s Most Design-Forward Shopping Destination

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Pan Dorobo: Why Japan Is Obsessed with This Bread-Stealing Mouse

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Haruki Murakami To Feature First Female Protagonist in Upcoming Novel

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How To Visit Ryuichi Sakamoto’s Secret Tokyo Library

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The Best Translated Japanese Fiction Books of 2025

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Hojojutsu: The Martial Art That Binds

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The May 15 Incident | On This Day in Japan

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Who Was Kazuko Hosoki? The Real Story Behind Netflix's Straight to Hell

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Hikeshi: Feudal Japan’s Firefighting Gangs

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Heralbony Art Prize 2026 Is One of Tokyo’s Most Thought-Provoking Art Exhibitions This Spring

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