Life in Japan
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
Best Rice Cookers in Japan (2026)
Top picks for every budget
International Summer Schools in Japan for 2026
Key dates and fun options for your little ones
Best Air Purifiers in Japan
Breathe easier: top air purifiers in Japan
Japan Drugstore Guide: Hangover Cures & Stomach Medicine
The best options available at Japanese drugstores
Best Room Fans in Japan
Stay cool through Tokyo's hottest months
Summer Survival Products in Japan 2026
It’s time to upgrade your summer strategy for staying cool and hydrated
What to Do in a Medical Emergency in Japan
A guide to English-speaking hospitals and emergency care
Emergency Evacuation Backpack List
Be prepared if disaster strikes
How to Prepare for a Typhoon in Tokyo
How to stay safe when the big storms hit
Surviving Summer in Japan
Food, Festivals, and Ways to Beat the Heat
Bug Catching in Japan: A Beginner’s Guide to the Culture, Gear and Best Spots
A beginner’s guide to bug catching culture in Japan
English-Speaking Vet in Tokyo: PetLife
Why expats choose PetLife for pet care