Bianca is a Tokyo-based writer and designer from the Philippines. After studying in Hong Kong, she moved to Japan to dive ...

Let’s be real—life in Japan often means cramming everything you own into what feels like a generously sized closet or hotel room. That’s why more and more people turn to self-storage options in Japan ...

The Kobe Port Weekend Fireworks is back again for autumn 2025! See a spectacular fireworks display lasting around five minutes. On Saturday, October 4, there will be a special event to commemorate the ...

Struggling to make friends in Japan? It’s easy to blame culture or racism, but the truth is sometimes the problem isn’t Japan, it’s you.

Download this vending machine app and enjoy three free drinks in Japan. You might need it if you're ever short on change.

Apply to the open position in this week's Top Jobs in Japan! Check out the openings in teaching, hospitality, sales and more.

Running until the middle of October, here’s why you need to check out Design Ah! Exhibition Neo while you can.

Is Japan the best country for English teachers? Compare salaries, benefits, and lifestyle to see why it’s a top choice for teaching abroad. Teaching English is a popular and relatively easy way for ...

Learn how to spot shady companies, avoid toxic work culture and identify job interview red flags in Japan before you sign the contract. You’ve finally landed a job offer in Japan after weeks (or ...

Read and understand what you’re signing in a contract. If you’re renting in Japan, the good news is that the law tends to favor tenants, at least on paper. Japan has strict rules that make it hard for ...