Life in Japan
English-Speaking Vet in Tokyo: PetLife
Why expats choose PetLife for pet care
Your Guide to Surviving Rainy Season in Japan
Your complete guide to navigating the infamous tsuyu with confidence.
How to Wear and Style a Summer Yukata
Your guide to styling Japan’s most iconic seasonal garment
The 9 Best Japanese Whiskies for Gifting
Japanese whisky for beginners
How to Stay Cool This Summer in Japan
Summers in Japan are not for the faint of heart
How to Prepare for Typhoon Season in Tokyo
How to stay safe when the big storms hit
Japan Drugstore Guide: Insect Repellent in Japan
Best Japanese insect repellents recommended by pharmacists in Japan
What’s It Like To Have A Japanese Spitz?
Japan’s native comedian
Japan Drugstore Guide: Best Japanese Sunscreen
From sunscreen to aftercare, here are the best products for summer in Japan
English-Speaking Dog Groomers in Tokyo
A guide to English-speaking dog grooming services in Tokyo
The Metropolis Agony Aunts
Being Foreign in Tokyo: Our totally unqualified opinions to guide you through it.
Japan Drugstore Guide: Fluoride Toothpaste, Mouthwash and Dental Floss
Effective oral care products for enamel repair and cavity prevention
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
Guide to International Schools in Japan
How to choose the right school for your child
International Summer Schools in Japan for 2026
Key dates and fun options for your little ones
Emergency Evacuation Backpack List
Be prepared if disaster strikes
What To Do In An Earthquake In Japan?
Tsunami and earthquake preparedness, evacuation tips and access guides
English-Speaking Nail Salons in Tokyo
Where to get gel nails, detailed nail art and manicures in Tokyo with English-speaking service
Japan Drugstore Guide: Hair Loss and Scalp Treatments
Effective hair loss and scalp treatments recommended by drugstore staff
How to Live in Japan
Visas, jobs and the real way people make it work
Dog Day Care in Tokyo: Wanchanland
A home-away-from-home for your pet, with an English-speaking team
Space-Saving Furniture in Japan: Optimizing Your Living Space
Eight products to make the most of your small Tokyo apartment
Japan Drugstore Guide: Allergy Medicine for Hayfever in Japan
The best hay fever and allergy medicine in Japan
English-Speaking Pet Hotels in Tokyo
A comprehensive guide to pet hotels and pet-sitting services
9 Best Japanese Skincare Brands Locals Actually Use
Decoding the Japanese skincare staples locals swear by
English-Speaking Eye Clinics In Tokyo
Practical options for checkups, treatment and follow-up care
How to Use a Sento or Onsen in Japan
A beginner's guide to Japanese bathhouses
Morning-After Pill Made Available in Drug Stores In Japan
A major shift for reproductive rights
Japan Drugstore Guide: Acne Care and Pimple Patches
Practical treatments for breakouts found at drugstores across Japan
Tokyo Neighborhood Guide: Thrifting in Shimokitazawa
Where to start your secondhand journey in Tokyo’s thrift city
Japan’s Gachapon and the Capsule Toy Craze
From nostalgic miniatures to working gadgets, these are the gachapon lighting up social media right now
Japan Drugstore Guide: Best Lip Products in 2026
Our J-beauty and K-beauty picks from Japanese drugstores
Affordable Monthly Rentals in Japan for Remote Workers and Digital Nomads
A low-cost taste of nomadic living
Things Women Cannot Do in Japan
And why those rules exist and persist