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

Since insulation is not a strong point in most Japanese homes, blackout curtains are an effective product to help with heat regulation in your home. Hang these curtains in all of your windows and cut ...

Learn how to apply for Japan government subsidies, including support for housing, childcare, healthcare, job training and ...

Japan is safe, but not risk-free. From mountain rescues to drug laws and shady bars, here are the most dangerous things you ...

Summer is in full swing, and Tokyo comes alive in July with fireworks and cultural festivals. Here’s our monthly roundup of ...

Romaji (ローマ字) means “Roman letters,” using the Latin alphabet to write Japanese sounds. It’s not a full writing system like ...

What better way to experience Japanese cooking than to learn it yourself in the comfort of a Japanese home or studio? With cooking classes ranging from sushi to making bentos to vegan ramen and gyoza, ...

Looking for a weekend escape this summer? Here's a roundup of 10 of the best beaches near Tokyo. Slather on that sunscreen ...

After my first couple of hours in a Japanese hospital, I started to feel like I was in prison—a prison where everyone was friendly and polite and always said “please” when they gave you an order, but ...

Here are some appliances to help you stay cool during summer in Japan aside from having your air conditioner on blast the ...

Hayama offers cleaner beaches, better vibes, chill events and views of Mt. Fuji, all just a short ride from Tokyo.

As I write this, we are currently in the year of the rabbit according to the Japanese version of the Chinese zodiac. According to tradition, people born in the year of the rabbit tend to be gentler.