Life in Japan
Out of the Bubble: Overcoming the International School Bubble in Japan
Finding an identity in international schools
Free Support for Foreign Residents in Tokyo: Meet the Help Desk Solving Your Biggest Headaches
A government-run service that helps international residents with everything from bank accounts to daycare
English-Speaking Nail Salons in Tokyo
Where to get gel nails, detailed nail art and manicures in Tokyo with English-speaking service
Tokyo Weather in September: What to Do, Wear & What’s Happening
A month-by-month look at temperatures, rainfall, daily outfits, and the events worth planning around
A Guide to Solo Hiking in Japan
Three hiking regions to join Japan’s hiking community
How to Use a Sento or Onsen in Japan
A beginner's guide to Japanese bathhouses
The World’s First: Japan’s Viral Cold-Water Instant Noodles
Inside the Hiyashi cup noodle craze
Guide to HIV Testing, Prevention and Free Clinics in Tokyo and Yokohama
What to know about the virus, warning signs, prevention, PrEP and PEP, and where to get tested for free in Japan—a complete guide for international residents and visitors
Japan Residence Permit Fees Rise From October 1, 2026: Permanent Residency Jumps to ¥200,000
More about the process, eligibility rules, and paperwork
Tokyo Bear Hunting Ban Could End for the First Time in Nearly 20 Years
As bear sightings hit a national record, the capital is reconsidering a policy it hasn't touched since 2008
How to Wear and Style a Summer Yukata
Your guide to styling Japan’s most iconic seasonal garment
What To Do In An Earthquake In Japan?
Tsunami and earthquake preparedness, evacuation tips and access guides
Tokyo Summer Festivals & Fireworks Guide 2026
Here's the complete guide to Tokyo's summer festivals and fireworks in 2026.
Tokyo Disneyland Ticket Price Increase: What’s Changing This October
Peak-day admission will increase to a record ¥12,400 and ending the last free Fast Pass
What Is Reibobyo? Japan’s Air-Conditioning Sickness, Explained
That fatigue from stepping out of Tokyo's summer heat into a blast of office AC has a name, it's not just in your head
Japan Drugstore Guide: Insect Repellent in Japan
Best Japanese insect repellents recommended by pharmacists in Japan
Beating the Heat: A Practical Guide to Heatstroke in Japan
What the record numbers say, how to spot heatstroke early, and what to buy to stay safe
Summer in Japan: 12 Things to Spot This Season
Traditions, sights and local experiences you can spot during summer in Japan.
Giving Birth in Tokyo: A Suburban Family’s Emergency Ride to the City
A thank you letter to the city's commuters
Japan Drugstore Guide: Best Medicine for Constipation in Japan
The best options in Japan for gentle, effective relief
Best Cat Food in Japan (2026)
Best cat food in Japan, brand by brand
Best Dog Food in Japan (2026)
Recommended brands for every pup and budget