Things To Do During Rainy Season in Japan
Indoor date spots, cozy escapes and creative ways to stay dry during rainy season
Your Official “Hometown” Is the Imperial Palace? Welcome to Japan’s Honseki System
The bizarre loophole that's turning castles, stadiums and airports into official family homes
Japan Drugstore Guide: Best Japanese Sunscreen
From sunscreen to aftercare, here are the best products for summer in Japan
Does It Feel Weird To Be Naked in an Onsen?
What the Japanese bathhouse can teach us about body image
The Metropolis Agony Aunts
Being Foreign in Tokyo: Our totally unqualified opinions to guide you through it.
Traditional Japanese Performing Arts
A guide to the major styles of Japanese Performing Arts
Where to Swim, Surf and Splash Near Tokyo
Editor's pick of the best summer escapes around Tokyo
Are Trains in Tokyo Safe for Women? A List of Women-Only Cars in Tokyo
How to ride public transport safely and report an incident
10 Japanese Horror Movies That’ll Make You Switch the “Big Light” On
Eerie films to haunt your nights this spooky season
Japan Now Allows Joint Custody After Divorce—Here’s What Actually Changed
A landmark revision to Japan's Civil Code took effect April 1, 2026, ending a sole-custody system that had been in place for over a century