International residents in Tokyo know that, even after years of living here, it can be hard to find your community. When Gasim Kuwa Makki moved to Tokyo from Sudan in 1992, the... Read more »

With its second season getting over 126 million views in just 11 days, South Korea’s deadly survival drama Squid Game is an undeniable global hit. Previously, though, it was Japan that had... Read more »

Sweet or savory? With a whole 25 toppings to choose from, after school is getting a lot more delicious. Casual restaurants like Denny’s have long been frequented by students in Japan as... Read more »

In a modern music landscape obsessed with categorization — down to an algorithmic level — few bands remain as intriguingly unclassifiable as Black Country, New Road. Often referred to as BC,NR, the... Read more »

Tokyo Comic Con returns to Makuhari Messe from December 5–7, 2025, bringing together the best of global pop culture in a way only Japan can stage. Now in its ninth year, the... Read more »

Dipping your toe into the dynamic, glittering space of Japanese beauty can be overwhelming; there are a million products across price ranges and aesthetics to choose from. For those looking for guidance,... Read more »

In this week’s news roundup we report on the government’s plan to raise foreign residency fees. Japan’s economic security minister vows to take “firm action” against foreigners who break the rules. Relations... Read more »

A geyser of crispy noodles, seeming to erupt out of the bowl, leaves customers in fits of laughter. The western region of Kanagawa Prefecture has brought us many surprises when it comes... Read more »

Roppongi exhibition marks 30th anniversary of the Evangelion TV series’ premier, but celebrates the entire anime franchise. When there’s an Evangelion event announced, an immediate question that pops into the heads of... Read more »