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Japan's Do-Dodonpa Rollercoaster, Which Has Broken Visitors' Bones, Is Permanently Closed
Entertainment

Japan's Do-Dodonpa Rollercoaster, Which Has Broken Visitors' Bones, Is Permanently Closed

The ride was once the fastest rollercoaster in the world.

Takachiho’s Mythic "Kagura” Captured by Photographer Jiro Konami
Fashion 

Takachiho’s Mythic "Kagura” Captured by Photographer Jiro Konami

Presented by Japan Tourism Agency
Hypebeast traveled to Takachiho in Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan, a spiritual epicenter for the country, with photographer Jiro Konami and fashion designer Masafumi Watanabe.

AAPENOW’s 2024 Spring/Summer Collection is an Ode to Japanese Design Heritage
Fashion 

AAPENOW’s 2024 Spring/Summer Collection is an Ode to Japanese Design Heritage

Presented by AAPENOW
The collection, including tracksuits, sleeveless vests, and the introduction of sun-protective jackets, will launch alongside the AAPE Store Kyoto opening.

Introducing Hypemaps: Your Curated Guides to the Best in International Travel
City Guides

Introducing Hypemaps: Your Curated Guides to the Best in International Travel

Food, shopping, drinks and more, all selected by our local teams and special guest contributors.

Okinawa is Japan’s Newest Cultural Hotspot
Travel 

Okinawa is Japan’s Newest Cultural Hotspot

Presented by Okinawa Prefectural Government
A curated guide of Okinawa’s undiscovered charms, from shopping destinations to a leisurely resort experience.


The ‘Evangelion’ Spear of Longinus Will Stay Embedded in Its Creator’s Hometown Until 2024
Travel

The ‘Evangelion’ Spear of Longinus Will Stay Embedded in Its Creator’s Hometown Until 2024

Where it’s illuminated in a magenta hue at night.

Photographer David Abrahams Captures the Beauty of Kyushu, Japan
Art

Photographer David Abrahams Captures the Beauty of Kyushu, Japan

The photo exhibition will open soon at Have A Butchers gallery in London.

Ghibli Park Announces Mononoke Village and Valley of Witches Opening Dates
Travel

Ghibli Park Announces Mononoke Village and Valley of Witches Opening Dates

Coming soon in November and March.

Rimowa Launches Retrospective Exhibit in Tokyo To Celebrate 125 Years
Fashion

Rimowa Launches Retrospective Exhibit in Tokyo To Celebrate 125 Years

As a nod to Rimowa’s history with Japan.

Karimoku Hosts BIG-GAME Retrospective in Tokyo
Design

Karimoku Hosts BIG-GAME Retrospective in Tokyo

Featuring work dating back to the studio’s beginnings.

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