Living
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
English Facebook groups for finding free stuff, making friends, volunteering, and more
Mastering Train Etiquette in Japan: A Quiet Ride Through Culture
Your realistic guide to navigating Japan’s trains like a local
Hello Hanami: Best Spots to View Cherry Blossoms in Tokyo 2025
Where to do hanami: Iconic & Lesser-Known Spots in Tokyo
Japan Drugstore Guide: Allergy Medicine for Hayfever in Japan
The best hay fever and allergy medicine in Japan
The Viral Jam with the Self-Closing Lid Just Got a Glow-Up
AOHATA 55 Celebrates 55 Sweet Years with New Flavors, Fresh Looks, and On-the-Go Jams
Being Chinese in Japan
Interviews with Chinese residents in Tokyo
How to Win at Arcade Machines in Japan: Tips, Tricks and Strategies
Master the art of Japanese arcades with insider tips for claw machines
Things to Do in Tokyo in February 2025
The Metropolis editors' top picks for February
Cherry Blossom in Okinawa
The Ryuku Islands go pretty in pink