Celebrate Ocean Day in Japan with 12 hidden beaches boasting crystal-clear water. Find how to get there, maps and safety tips ...

Planning group travel to Japan? Learn why tiny restaurants and crowded trains make it difficult, plus expert tips to make ...

Looking for the best moving companies in Japan? This guide compares prices, services and English support to help you find the right mover. Moving in Japan can get expensive—and fast. Between booking a ...

Numazu Port has capitalized on this access, establishing the world’s only aquarium dedicated to deep-sea creatures. This made it perfect for a day trip with my family, especially for one of my twins ...

Green Co-op specializes in connecting consumers with producers. From meats, fish and produce to cosmetic goods and daily necessities, this non-profit organization values sustainable eating. One of the ...

Traditional creatures, classic fairy tales and so much more inspire the iconic studio’s films. Here are seven examples of influences from Japanese culture and folklore. Studio Ghibli and its most ...

Many people don’t know or even think about inheritance laws until they are affected by them. They differ by country, and understanding inheritance laws in your native country can be challenging enough ...

Tokyo celebrates summer in July with fireworks, lantern festivals, flower fields and festival food. Wear a yukata and enjoy some of the city’s best events. From traditional matsuri to modern summer ...

Discover rivers, falls and swimming holes around Tokyo for a refreshing summer escape. Dive into clear waters just hours from the city. Come summer, scorching temperatures cover most of Japan. Sure, ...

It has been a decade and a half now since the year Lost in Translation, the romantic comedy-drama starring Bill Murray and Scarlett Johansson, first hit theaters. More than any other film, this is the ...

Japan is the birthplace of many martial arts. Aikido was founded in Ibaraki by Ueshiba Morihei. Mitsuyo Maeda, born in Aomori, pioneered mixed martial arts (MMA) after traveling the world to spread ...

Dating in Japan can be tough, especially across cultures. Here's why it's hard to find a relationship and how to get real support. Dating in Japan can feel like trying to learn three languages at once ...