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Shohei Ohtani Becomes Second Player To Win MVP in Both Leagues | News Roundup

By Matthew Hernon

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Japan in December: The Best Things To Do and Places To Visit

By Ynes Sarah Filleul

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The Best Things To Do in Tokyo This Weekend

Looking for something to do in Tokyo? Here's your guide to what's happening this weekend

By Weekender Editor

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Matsue City Hall To Cancel Controversial Seppuku Contest

By Ynes Sarah Filleul

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Celebrate 25 Years of Pokemon Gold and Silver With This Expansion Collection

By Samantha Low

Events

MUTEK.JP 2024

Music
UNTIL Nov 24

Behind The Gallery presents: Nine Inch Nails

Jonathan Rach: Nine Inch Nails, The Downward Spiral Exhibition

Museums & Exhibitions
UNTIL Nov 24

The Matcha Tokyo x Brat

Food & Drinks
UNTIL Nov 24

Eternal 2024

ETERNAL Art Space Exhibition

Museums & Exhibitions
UNTIL Nov 24

Sheena Ringo Arena Tour 2024

Music
UNTIL Nov 24

House von Schwarz Presents: Fresh Meat #9

Theater | Dance | Performance
Nov 24

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Dr. Stone 5th Anniversary Exhibition

Anime & Manga
UNTIL Nov 24

Jeron Braxton and Bang Soyun: 'Sugar Coated' Exhibition

Art
UNTIL Nov 24

The Apothecary Diaries x Kanda Myojin Shrine Exhibition

Anime & Manga
UNTIL Nov 24

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Monster Hunter x Kikkoman Collaboration Cafe

Gaming
UNTIL Nov 25

Moyoco Anno

Aya Takano Solo Exhibition: AYAʼs friendsʼ ALTERNATIVE FUTURE

Museums & Exhibitions
UNTIL Nov 26

Jamie xx Live in Tokyo

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Your December 2024 Horoscope

By Alina Joan Ito

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

By Weekender Editor

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What To Do in Fukuoka in Winter: A Cozy, Romantic Seaside Getaway

By Alina Joan Ito

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Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba Slammed for His Dining Manners

By Matthew Hernon

Graffiti at Yasukuni Shrine Reignites Tensions Over Japan’s Unresolved Wartime Legacy

By Wakaba Oto

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Johnny Somali Continues To Aggravate Japan and South Korea With Latest Video

By Matthew Hernon

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Savor the Flavors of the Japanese Alps in Matsukawa Town, Nagano

By Ynes Sarah Filleul

Eiji Sawamura Outshines Babe Ruth | On This Day in Japan

By Matthew Hernon

Food & Drink

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Taiyaki: The Story Behind Japan’s Beloved Fish-Shaped Snack

By Eugenie Shin

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The Best Places To Go Drinking in Shibuya

By Anna Carne

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A Guide to Konjac: 5 Delicious Ways and Places To Eat Konjac in Japan

By Mimana Kiel

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Doburoku: Discover Japan's Cloudy, Home-Brewed Sake

By Anna Carne

Travel

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Omar Nok’s Incredible Journey From Egypt to Japan

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Why Nara's Sacred Deer Are Attacking Tourists

By Eugenie Shin

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Osaka Art Museums: 5 Must-Visit Galleries for Your Next Trip

By Eugenie Shin

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One-Day Itinerary in Tokyo’s Chiyoda City: An Exhilarating Mix of Old and New

By Alina Joan Ito

Entertainment

December horoscope 2024

Your December 2024 Horoscope

By Alina Joan Ito

Eiji Sawamura Outshines Babe Ruth | On This Day in Japan

By Matthew Hernon

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Celebrate 25 Years of Pokemon Gold and Silver With This Expansion Collection

By Samantha Low

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Rock Out Like Hello Kitty With New Fender Guitar Collaboration

By Samantha Low

Japan Life

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Japan Drops to 92nd in English Proficiency Index

By Matthew Hernon

Japan’s Conservative Party Leader Apologizes for ‘Satirical’ Proposal Toward Women Over 30

By Wakaba Oto

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Love Scam or Drug Smuggling? Australian Grandmother on Trial in Tokyo

By Matthew Hernon

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Motohiko Saito Reelected as Hyogo Governor Despite Bullying Accusations

By Matthew Hernon

Art & Culture

Oura Catholic Church

The Story of Japan's Hidden Christians

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Hunt for Manhole Covers and Win Prizes With the Tokyo Design Manhole Rally

By Aya Sato

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Where To Shop for Vintage Designer Bags in Tokyo

By Eugenie Shin

A Conversation With Tokyo Tattoo Artist Keisuke Hirata on Taboo, Acceptance and the In-Between

By Wakaba Oto

Health & Beauty

Tamagotchi Lip Balm: Let Your Digital Pets Keep You Moisturized

By Samantha Low

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Japanese Beauty Brands Inspired by Sleep

By Mimana Kiel

Beni: Japan’s Timeless Cosmetic Secret

By Aya Sato

Beauty Brands of Japan: Kyushu

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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What To Do in Fukuoka in Winter: A Cozy, Romantic Seaside Getaway

By Alina Joan Ito

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Savor the Flavors of the Japanese Alps in Matsukawa Town, Nagano

By Ynes Sarah Filleul

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One-Day Itinerary in Tokyo’s Chiyoda City: An Exhilarating Mix of Old and New

By Alina Joan Ito

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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

Community

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Omar Nok’s Incredible Journey From Egypt to Japan

By Laila Amer

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

TW BOOK CLUB

What We’re Reading This Month

TW Creatives

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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