A personal journey through Matsushima, Miyagi Prefecture, exploring quiet islands, oyster shacks, temples and the slower ...

Japan has one of the great food cultures of the world with a celebrated cuisine that is both delicious and healthy. Being an island nation, Japan has had the unique opportunity to develop its food in ...

If you’re looking to work in Japan, check back here each week as we review our database of the top jobs in Japan posted to GaijinPot and showcase some of the most interesting ones. Seeking a highly ...

In 2026, a bunch of legal and system changes kick in that will affect how you work, commute, get medical care, buy property and generally exist without getting yelled at by a kiosk. Some of these are ...

If Terrace House is the prima donna of Japanese reality TV, then Rea(L)ove is the evil understudy about to sell a scandal to the tabloids. The following contains spoilers for Netflix’s Rea(L)ove, ...

Looking for a day trip from Tokyo? Visit Sawara in Chiba for canal rides, historic float festivals, and delicious local eel dishes. I’m just another office worker in Tokyo, but I’m not a huge fan of ...

Socks in the West have a slightly notorious reputation; an obligatory Christmas gift to please your father or a fashion faux pas when paired with sandals. But in Japan, the deep-rooted reverence for ...

There are several arguments for why this happens—none of which I buy. The obaasan (grandma) running the local curry shop might not care if her English makes sense, and really, we should be grateful ...

In the widely shared photo above (source: The New York Times), a man in a suit sits on a bed and fusses with Hatsune Miku’s hair like he’s getting his partner ready for the big day—except she’s a ...

Japan is as famous for video games as it is for temples and sushi. My love of Japanese video games was a huge influence on my desire to study Japanese and come to Japan. Ever since my first trip, I’ve ...

Discover common tourist scams in Japan, how to recognize them and tips to avoid falling victim. Enjoy your trip to Japan with peace of mind. Japan is widely known for its safety and the kindness of ...