Tokyo is a city where tradition and innovation come together. While it stands at the forefront of cutting-edge culture, it is also home to long-established flavors dating back to the Edo period and the refined craftsmanship of highly skilled artisans, making it a place where the essence of Japan’s traditional culture converges.
「Tokyo Metropolis」What's New & Recommended
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Takahata Fudo Kongoji Temple
temple (Buddhist)Higashimurayama, Ome, OkutamaTakahata Fudo Kongoji Temple（Takahata Fudoson Temple)Āryācalanāthaimpo… -
Katsusenji Temple Enma Opening in Kita…
Festival ReportKameari/ShibamataKatsusenji Temple Enma Opening in Kitasenju! A New Year's tradition with stalls on th… -
confection of sweetened beans wrapped …
Holding period 2023.03.03 〜 2023.03.04 Bright red Daruma dolls fill the precinc… -
From Dark Box to Digital SLR Camera Ex…
Holding period 2023.02.07 〜 2023.06.18 Learn about the history and appeal of th… -
Katsusenji Temple (Kitasenju, Tokyo)
temple (Buddhist)Asakusa (department store)Katsusenji Temple (Kitasenju, Tokyo)（Shousenji Temple)thousand-armed Godd… -
Reusing taiko drum materials. Joint pr…
Unosuke Miyamoto ShotenAsakusa (department store)2023.02.28Reusing taiko drum materials. Joint production of stools w… -
Enjyoji Temple (Hakusan, Tokyo)
temple (Buddhist)Ochanomizu, Yushima, KorakuenEnjyoji Temple (Hakusan, Tokyo)（Enjyoji Temple)Jack of all tradesTenda… -
Kawaramachi Inari Shrine (Kitasenju, T…
Shinto shrineAsakusa (department store)Kawaramachi Inari Shrine (Kitasenju, Tokyo)（Kawara Inarijinja Shrine)brothel … -
Sarugakuzuka Tomb (Daikanyama, Tokyo)
historic ruins (remains, relics)Shibuya, DaikanyamaSarugakuzuka Tomb (Daikanyama, Tokyo)（Sarugakuzuka Burial Mound)r…
「Tokyo Metropolis」Shop List
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Nihonbashi Bensō Main Store
Founded in Kaei 3 (1850)Boxed bentos that carry on the irreplaceable Edo-style taste to the present dayThis is the ol… -
Hakocho Orange Street Store
Established in Meiji 7 (1874)Brightly decorated paulownia crafts brighten everyday lifeHakocho makes and sells paulow… -
Isehiro Kyobashi Main Store
Founded in Taisho 10 (1921)A traditional flavor grilled by veteran craftsmen using ubame oak binchotan charcoal.A lon… -
Ryu Kobo
Founded in Meiji 22 (1889)The evolving elegance of Edo. “Function and beauty” in the world of kumihimo.Ryu Kobo, one … -
Edoya
Founded in Kyōhō 3 (1718)https://youtu.be/x3B8gCF3Zo8A comprehensive specialty shop for brushes and brooms located al… -
Kamiya Bar
Founded in 1880 (Meiji 13)Japan’s first bar loved by literary masters, famous for its signature Denki Bran.Founded in…
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Tokyo Metropolis-Shinise
We feature Japan’s long-established shops—businesses that have endured for over a century, passing down craftsmanship, spirit, and stories through generations.
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Tokyo Metropolis-Japanese Liquor Crossing
Japanese Liquor CROSSING® showcases Japan’s rich alcohol culture—from sake to whisky and gin—bringing together tradition and innovation for audiences in Japan and around the world.
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Tokyo Metropolis-Spiritual
Japan has long lived in harmony with nature and developed a rich and distinctive spiritual culture. We share information on shrines, temples, festivals, and traditional fortune-telling.
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Tokyo Metropolis-Event
We share event information from across Japan, focusing on culture, food, and alcohol-related experiences—introducing places where you can experience and discover the best of Japan.
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Tokyo Metropolis-News
agataJapan shares the latest news and topics on long-established businesses, Japanese culture, and alcohol—presenting Japan as it is today.agataJapan shares the latest news and topics on long-established businesses, Japanese culture, and alcohol—presenting Japan as it is today.
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Tokyo Metropolis-Column
We share stories and useful insights on Japan’s long-established businesses and traditional culture, offering articles that bring new perspectives to everyday life.
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