This Japanese Walking Trend Boosts Fitness in Half the Time

Backed by science and TikTok hype, Interval Walking Training is transforming everyday walks in Tokyo

What’s the Difference Between Soju and Shochu? And Sake?

Differences, similarities, and why these East Asian spirits are trending

How to Live in Japan

Visas, jobs and the real way people make it work

Why Japanese Homes Don’t Have Ovens 

And how to survive without one

Summer Survival Products in Japan 2025

It’s time to upgrade your summer strategy for staying cool and hydrated

Japan Drugstore Guide: Mosquito Bite Anti-Itch Products

No more scratching with these Japanese mosquito bite anti-itch products

Japan Drugstore Guide: Women’s Health

A comprehensive list of the best menstrual and feminine care products available in Japanese pharmacies

Mi Kasa Es Tu Kasa? The Unspoken Rules of Umbrellas in Japan

From unspoken etiquette to environmental headaches—what’s really going on with umbrellas in Japan?

Japan Drugstore Guide: Best Japanese Sunscreen

 From sunscreen to aftercare, here are the best products for summer in Japan 

Japan Drugstore Guide: Insect Repellent in Japan

Best Japanese insect repellents recommended by pharmacists in Japan

Do Japanese People Understand Sarcasm?

Can humor cross cultural boundaries?

How To Get The Artist Visa in Japan: What It Is and How to Qualify

For creatives dreaming of living and working in Japan