Life in Japan
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
English-Speaking Interior Design Services in Tokyo
Design your home with ease and style
Ramadan in Tokyo 2026: Dates, Iftar Spots and Prayer Spaces
How Ramadan is observed across the city
Japan Drugstore Guide: Cold and Flu Medicine
Recommended cold and flu medicine in Japan
Japan Drugstore Guide: Blister Care and Podiatry Clinics in Tokyo
The best blister care, foot support and podiatry clinics in Japan
Where to Buy Good Deodorant in Japan
Don’t sweat it, we’ve got you covered with these recommendations
Guide to Celebrating Valentine’s Day in Tokyo
Everything you need to know about celebrating loved ones the Japanese way
English‑Speaking Architects in Tokyo
Your guide to Tokyo-based architects who speak your language and understand your vision
Hay Fever in Japan: Mother Nature’s Revenge
How a postwar decision brought upon the hay fever epidemic
English-Speaking Moving Services in Tokyo
Make relocating stress-free with these moving services in Tokyo
Is Tap Water in Japan Safe to Drink?
All you need to know about tap water safety and hydration in Japan
Is CBD Legal in Japan?
Rules you need to know in 2026
English-Speaking Sports and Fitness Groups in Tokyo
Find community and stay healthy through these sports and fitness groups
English-Speaking Clinics in Tokyo 2026
The ultimate guide to healthcare
Japan Drugstore Guide: Best Eye Drops in Japan for Dry Eyes and Contacts
Top brands recommended by pharmacists in Japan
English-Speaking Beauty Clinics in Tokyo
Stress-free beauty and wellness services for everyone
Japanese New Year Traditions
What makes the holidays in Japan special?
New Year’s Resolutions in Japan: Try New Year’s “Precedents”
How Japan’s “Firsts” Remind Us To Start the Year With Intention
Beginner’s Guide to Love Hotels
Metropolis' guide to love hotels for those who want to forgo obligation chocolate for a little more romance this Valentine's Day
English-Speaking Physiotherapy and Chiropractic Services in Tokyo
A useful guide to getting support for physical recovery
Best Futons in Japan: Top Picks From Real Reviews
The right futon for your space and sleep
Japan Drugstore Guide: Stay Calm and Beat Winter Stress with OTC Anxiety Relief
Your go-to guide for Japan’s best OTC anxiety and mood-boosting supplements
Giving Birth in Japan as a Foreigner
Five women share their pregnancy stories
Tokyo Neighborhood Guide: Ojima, A Land of Rivers and Old-School Commerce
A coastal dream in the heart of eastern Tokyo
November 11 is Pocky Day in Japan
The history of Pocky Day and how to celebrate