Visit Fukushima beyond the headlines. From Namie yakisoba to coastal towns like Futaba, discover a region slowly rebuilding.

This is Part 2 of a narrative about getting divorced in Japan with children. To catch up, read Randy’s personal story in Part 1 first. I married my Japanese wife in 2009 in Japan and we had a daughter ...

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. We’re looking for a ...

One of the best-known symbols of Tokyo is the busy pedestrian scramble outside Shibuya station. Virtually anyone who’s ever come to the capital has probably been drawn to it at some point. People ...

Japan's countrywide network of highway buses offers a cheap alternative to train and air travel, with some surprising perks. Japan’s countrywide network of highway buses (kosoku buses) provides a cost ...

Learn about self-defense laws in Japan, including what counts as reasonable defense, when it's allowed, and how important it is to walk away. So you’re out enjoying a night in Japan, drinking at an ...

Learn how Japan’s Highly Skilled Professional visa works, including points, benefits and how it can fast-track permanent residency.

Japan is not typically considered a winter tropical escape. The most familiar images of Japan in winter include the thatched-roof houses of Shirakawago, blanketed in snow, and the snow-dusted monkeys ...

Before you quickly assume “Japanese,” “Korean,” or “Chinese,” take a step back and remember that each person comes from a unique country that is their own. Until I lived in Asia, I can honestly say I ...

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 ...

Explore the johatsu phenomenon in Japan, why people choose to vanish, how they disappear and the cultural and societal factors behind it.

With temperatures falling, our heating bills will be rising. But, with these home insulation hacks, not all your heat and money will fly out the window. Unless you live in one of these warmer winter ...