Experience Japan's rainy season charm with lush landscapes, vibrant hydrangeas and serene indoor attractions—perfect for a ...

Check out the latest job openings in this week's Top Jobs in Japan with open roles in teaching, hospitality and more.

Traffic lights in Japan aren’t always straightforward. From green arrows to flashing reds, here’s how to understand what each signal means.

Discover the clever Japanese apartment features that make life easier, from self-heating tubs to bug screens you’ll wish you ...

Who is to blame for the rice shortage in Japan? Are foreigners really eating all the rice? Let's take a look at the real culprit. Japan is currently facing what some are calling the “Reiwa Rice Riots“ ...

Like the majority of people attracted to Japan’s culture, I grew up with manga and anime. At that time back in 2006, Korean or Japanese weren’t really popular languages. Chinese, on the other hand, ...

The reception of a modern Japanese funeral. In the past, Japanese funerals were deeply rooted in Buddhist and Shinto traditions. They were often held at home or in temples. Cremation became widespread ...

Reporting even minor accidents is legally required in Japan. If the other party refuses to share information or disputes fault, involving the police ensures an official record. Capture vehicle damage, ...

Tourism has brought many benefits to Japan, but the recent influx of tourists has caused the government and local authorities to introduce new measures to address overtourism. Japan is renowned for ...

The policy of the Ichiran ramen chain is to minimize the interaction with shop staff and customers as much as possible. A strange set up but how's the ramen? After getting off Tokyo’s packed rush hour ...

Americans in Japan must file US taxes. Learn how to avoid double taxation with exclusions and credits, plus which forms to file abroad. Benjamin Franklin said that in life, nothing is more certain ...