Blending fantastic views with vertigo-inducing heights, Japan’s suspension bridges are a fun way to experience Japan’s nature. One of the best ways to experience Japan’s stunning landscapes is to hike ...

Filing tax returns doesn't have to be complicated. In this post, we go through the different types and their pros and cons. If you’ve just started working, filing tax returns in Japan can seem ...

August in Tokyo means sizzling fireworks, glowing lanterns, open-air beer gardens and street food that’ll have you coming back for seconds. August in Tokyo is all about fireworks, lanterns and ...

In recent years, horror manga artist Junji Ito has gained increased global recognition for his rich, elaborate works, such as Tomie, Uzumaki and Gyo. He’s won praise from famous admirers like ...

I try not to judge tourists’ travel itineraries. I’m very humble like that. In a way, it’s kind of nice that all the tourists congregate in the same three places. Sure, it wrecks small towns and ...

Japan is home to hundreds of thousands of shrines (jinja), each with its own history, legends and local traditions. In Kanazawa, one of the country’s most celebrated cultural destinations, a small ...

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With Japan being a highly volcanic island, the Japanese have harnessed and perfected the art of onsen, or hot springs, for centuries. Traditionally, men and women would bathe together in the same ...

Traffic lights in Japan aren’t always straightforward. From green arrows to flashing reds, here’s how to understand what each signal means. Driving in Japan isn’t too different from driving in other ...

For new residents, you've probably heard about needing to pay the NHK fee but how much do you need to pay and what happens if you don't? For new residents who have just moved into their first ...

Under proposed updates to Japan permanent residency requirements, foreign residents could soon face a monthly earning baseline of ¥479,000. Japan may soon require many permanent residency (PR) ...

Imagine yourself on a sweltering, humid summer day in Japan, strolling beside a serene river. The air is tinged with a faint, fishy aroma, creating an unusual atmosphere. Suddenly, a sharp, beak-like ...