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Tsukiji: The Beating Heart of Tokyo’s Seafood Culture
Where Tokyo wakes up — Tsukiji Market in full motion. Photo: Ramiro Vargas / chilanga.com Five minutes away from the Ginza Dori in central Tokyo people can visit one of Japan’s most iconic treasures — Tsukiji Fish Market, a place where tradition, flavor, and human energy blend into a symphony of motion and life. For decades, Tsukiji has stood as a symbol of Japan’s deep relationship with the sea, a vibrant hub where fish, culture, and people come together every morning in a r
Nov 4, 20252 min read


Mouse Peace Fest 2025 Draws Thousands in Halloween Spirit
Lighted pumpkin accessories and glowing masks in the crowd. Photo: Ramiro Vargas / chilanga.com Tonight in Tokyo, the streets surrounding the Yoyogi National Gymnasium are alive with color, sound, and excitement as fans gather for Mouse Peace Fest 2025 — “2nd Bite.” The highly anticipated Halloween-themed music festival, produced by Tatsuya Ueda , officially kicked off on Wednesday, October 29, 2025 , transforming Shibuya into a stage of its own before the concert even beg
Oct 29, 20252 min read


Swift Police Action After Shibuya Morning Accident
A traffic accident near Yoyogi-Uehara Station in Shibuya, Tokyo, on the morning of Tuesday, October 28, 2025, drew the attention of many people on their way to the train station and shocked bystanders as emergency services rushed to respond. The incident involved a car and a motorcycle, which collided in front of a Koban, or police box, located just meters from the crash site. Witnesses described a sudden, loud impact followed by the sight of a motorcyclist lying on the pavem
Oct 29, 20252 min read


Trump Arrives in Tokyo: Warm Welcome, Tight Security
The presidential helicopter descends over Tokyo as Trump arrives for his official visit to Japan. Photo: Ramiro Vargas / chilanga.com The arrival of former U.S. President Donald Trump in Tokyo on Monday afternoon marked the beginning of a closely watched visit that has stirred both anticipation and debate. Touching down around 5:20 p.m. in central Tokyo, Trump’s motorcade made its way through meticulously secured streets as Japanese police enforced one of the city’s largest s
Oct 27, 20252 min read


The Double-Edged Impact of Tourism
In 2025, Japan continues to experience a powerful resurgence of tourism that has reshaped both its economy and its cultural landscape. With foreign visitor numbers surpassing pre-pandemic levels, the nation finds itself at a crossroads between economic revitalization and social adaptation. Tourism contributes billions of yen annually, supporting small businesses, local transport systems, and traditional industries like ryokan inns, crafts, and regional cuisine. Yet, the impac
Oct 23, 20251 min read


Historic Finish in Tokyo: Simbu Takes Gold for Tanzania
On Monday, September 15, 2025, winner of the World Athletics Championships marathon in Tokyo, Alphonce Felix Simbu of Tanzania, runs...
Sep 15, 20253 min read


The Horse Paintings of Jun Matsushima at Gallery QUADRO
In the heart of Tokyo, along the vibrant Meguro Dori Avenue, stands Gallery QUADRO—a beacon of contemporary art since 2019. This esteemed...
Jan 25, 20252 min read


Alone in Old Age: The Crisis Facing Japan’s Elderly Population
In Japan, the challenges facing the aging population are severe, and an increasing sense of despair has gripped the nation’s older...
Oct 26, 20242 min read
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