Life in Japan
What’s the Difference Between Soju and Shochu? And Sake?
Differences, similarities, and why these East Asian spirits are trending
Why Japanese Homes Don’t Have Ovens
And how to survive without one
Japan Drugstore Guide: Mosquito Bite Anti-Itch Products
No more scratching with these Japanese mosquito bite anti-itch products
Japan Drugstore Guide: Period Pain Relief and Women’s Health
We've got your back with these menstrual and feminine care products available in Japanese pharmacies
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
Will There Be a Giant Natural Disaster in Japan This July?
Viral Manga-Prophet Says Yes— A Tsunami Prediction
How to Invest in Japan
A simple guide to getting started with investing and the key tax-advantaged products available
Japan Drugstore Guide: Pain Medication
Japan’s best over the counter pain medication recommendations
Why Japanese People Don’t Say “I Love You”
Unpacking the quiet ways love gets expressed in Japan
Japan Drugstore Guide: Best Collagen Products in Japan
Collagen staples for beauty and health in Japan
Is Same Sex Marriage Legal in Japan?
The courts say it’s unconstitutional, but same-sex couples still can’t legally marry in Japan
Tokyo Earthquake Simulator: The Thrilling Way Japan Teaches Disaster Preparedness
Tokyo’s Free Disaster Prep Center teaches lifesaving skills for free
Viral Beauty Products in Japan That Actually Live Up to the Hype
From lightweight sunscreens to anti-aging holy grails
Getting Divorced in Japan: Under Japanese Law
Japanese law: everyday legal issues explained
How Does Japan’s Credit System Work?
A simple guide to building a credit record and an overview of some of the credit and debit cards available
Japanese Citrus Fruit Guide: More Than Yuzu
You Know Yuzu—But What About Jabara, Kabosu, or Hassaku?
Japan Drugstore Guide: Best Travel Sickness Medicines in Japan
Recommended guide to drugstore picks in Japan
English-Speaking Pediatric Services in Tokyo
A comprehensive guide to English-Speaking pediatric clinics in Tokyo
Japan Drugstore Guide: Best Sleeping Aids in Japan
Top products for a better night’s sleep in Japan
Where to Study in Tokyo? Top Study Hubs With Inspiring Architecture
Modern and chic public libraries across the city
How to Open a Bank Account as a Foreign Resident in Japan
A simple guide to the key types of banks, documents required and application process