The Best Japanese Films for Beginners Learning Japanese

Why children’s stories and quiet domestic life work better than reading textbooks will

Movie-inspired Custom Cocktails in Shibuya: The Whales of August 

Choose from either the menu items, or challenge the bartenders to whip up whatever movie comes to your head

Japanese Netflix Shows You Can Watch With English Subtitles

Yes, Netflix does count as studying

Most Popular J-Pop Artists to Watch in 2026

Who to have on your listening radar this year 

Aesthetic Coffee Shops for Every Area in Tokyo

Editor's picks for coffee shops in all 23 of Tokyo's Wards

Is Tap Water in Japan Safe to Drink?

All you need to know about tap water safety and hydration in Japan

Does Japan Allow Dual Citizenship?

Short answer, no, but most people have dual citizenship

Tokyo Vegan Burger Guide 2026

The best vegetarian and vegan burgers in Tokyo

Where Did The Meme “You Met Me at a Very Chinese Time in My Life” Come From?

The TikTok and Instagram trend explained

Tokyo Illumination Guide for Winter 2025 – 2026

Where to catch the best illuminations in the capital this winter

Kyoto’s Hidden Palaces

Escape the tourist mobs at former imperial villas

The Fascinating History Behind Japanese Kissaten

Plus top kissaten cafes to visit in Tokyo