Life in Japan

Tokyo Earthquake Simulator: The Thrilling Way Japan Teaches Disaster Preparedness - Metropolis 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 - Metropolis Japan

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 - Metropolis Japan

Getting Divorced in Japan: Under Japanese Law

Japanese law: everyday legal issues explained

How Does Japan’s Credit System Work? - Metropolis Japan

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 - Metropolis Japan

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 - Metropolis Japan

Japan Drugstore Guide: Best Travel Sickness Medicines in Japan

Recommended guide to drugstore picks in Japan

English-Speaking Pediatric Services in Tokyo - Metropolis 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 - Metropolis Japan

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 - Metropolis 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 - Metropolis Japan

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

English Facebook Groups in Tokyo: Tips for Residents and Tourists - Metropolis Japan

English Facebook Groups in Tokyo: Tips for Residents and Tourists

English Facebook groups for finding free stuff, making friends, volunteering, and more

Mastering Train Etiquette in Japan: A Quiet Ride Through Culture - Metropolis Japan

Mastering Train Etiquette in Japan: A Quiet Ride Through Culture

Your realistic guide to navigating Japan’s trains like a local

Japan Drugstore Guide - Metropolis Japan

Japan Drugstore Guide

From painkillers to hayfever, here's what medicine to buy in Japan at local drugstores

Japan Drugstore Guide: Best Heartburn Relief Medicine in Japan - Metropolis Japan

Japan Drugstore Guide: Best Heartburn Relief Medicine in Japan

Your go-to guide for effective heartburn remedies in Japan

English-Speaking Vets in Tokyo - Metropolis Japan

English-Speaking Vets in Tokyo

A comprehensive guide for pet owners

Japan Drugstore Guide: The Best Cold Sore Creams in Japan - Metropolis Japan

Japan Drugstore Guide: The Best Cold Sore Creams in Japan

A list of cold sore creams and treatments available in Japan

Navigating Cross-Cultural Divorce in Japan - Metropolis Japan

Navigating Cross-Cultural Divorce in Japan

Setagaya Yoga Law Firm: Providing family law expertise

The Healing Power of Doga - Metropolis Japan

The Healing Power of Doga

Find out about dog yoga and pet adoption in Tokyo

Shibuya Street Drinking Ban Starts Today - Metropolis Japan

Shibuya Street Drinking Ban Starts Today

Day one of Dry Shibuya

What is Forest Bathing in Japan? - Metropolis Japan

What is Forest Bathing in Japan?

Physical and mental wellbeing through forest therapy

A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Clean a Japanese Bathroom - Metropolis Japan

A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Clean a Japanese Bathroom

How to clean a Japanse bath, shower and more

English-Speaking Hospitals in Tokyo - Metropolis Japan

English-Speaking Hospitals in Tokyo

A Comprehensive Guide to Hospitals for Residents and Travelers in 2024

Mastering Japanese Gym Etiquette - Metropolis Japan

Mastering Japanese Gym Etiquette

Your Ultimate Guide to Fitting In

How To Clean Tatami Mats - Metropolis Japan

How To Clean Tatami Mats

A comprehensive guide to keeping your tatami mats clean and fresh