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Quick answer: Where to buy Pokémon cards in Tokyo? The best places are Hareruya 2 Akihabara (the world’s largest Pokémon TCG specialty store), Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo in Ikebukuro (official store ...

A tale of bureaucratic infighting, financial scandal, resignation in shame and a fiercely persistent engineering pursuit.

The Royal Oak debuted in 1972 as a luxury sports watch with an octagonal bezel and eight hexagonal screws that the industry ...

Discover what it’s really like to own a Japanese Spitz in Japan, from personality and grooming to apartment life and common ...

English-speaking dog groomers in Tokyo offering clear communication, reliable service and full-service to vet-supported care.

Experience Yomiuri Giants vs Hanshin Tigers Tokyo Dome rivalry series this summer with one of Japan’s most exciting live ...

While Japan’s summer humidity can work wonders for your skin, navigating a Japanese drugstore to find the right sunscreen can be overwhelming. After scouring drugstores and quizzing staff for their ...

Metropolis is Japan’s No. 1 English magazine covering the nation’s culture, art, fashion, entertainment and lifestyle for both local residents and aficionados abroad. With a focus on upcoming events, ...

The exhibition brings over 200 Sanrio friends together, from widely recognized icons to lesser-seen characters.

CRASHIP PARK is a three-day urban cultural event taking place at Tokyo Midtown Grass Square in Roppongi from May 29–31, 2026.