Living
Why Do Japanese People Think Fish Don’t Have Feelings?
Exploring cultural views, science and sushi in the fish-and-feelings debate
Growing up in Japan as a Westerner With Joshua Thomson
Based in Japan: Japanese? British? Aussie? Kiwi?
How to Open an LLC in Japan as a Non-Resident or Non-Citizen
A practical guide for non-residents and non-citizens
Japan Drugstore Guide: Best Athlete’s Foot Medicine in Japan
Products and tips for treatment and relief
English‑Speaking ENT Doctors in Tokyo
Ear, nose, throat (ENT) and translation problems gone
Are Japanese Men Afraid of Independent Women?
How have the advancements in women`s rights impacted work, dating and family expectations?
How to Wear and Style a Summer Yukata
Your guide to styling Japan’s most iconic seasonal garment
Japan Drugstore Guide: Best Diarrhea Medicine in Japan
Soothing Japanese OTC remedies for tummy troubles
English‑Speaking Babysitters and Housekeeping in Tokyo
Trusted care and help around the home for families in Tokyo
Things to Do in Tokyo in August 2025
The rundown of the best events in Tokyo this August
English-Speaking Vet in Tokyo: PetLife
Why expats choose PetLife for pet care
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
Tokyo Train Guide: Toei Oedo Line
A huge underground adventure
Is Communication the Way Out of “Xenophobia” in Japan?
How the lack of communication creates false beliefs about foreigners’ intentions
How “Sex Toy” Brand TENGA Is Changing Sex Talk in Japan
This iconic “pleasure item” is pushing the conversation forward and normalizing masturbation
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: The White Man’s Last Refuge?
Are Japan's 'White Gods' enjoying the benefits of "sexist" cultures abroad?
Summer Survival Products in Japan 2025
It’s time to upgrade your summer strategy for staying cool and hydrated
Amami Freediving: Descend into Japan’s Subtropical Sea
Experience Japan’s subtropical wilderness through the meditative depths of freediving in Amami Oshima
Decoding Tokyo’s Urban Design: Why Tokyo Works
Understanding how urban design makes this city work
Ginza’s Only Craft Beer Brewery
Fresh, small-batch beer you can only drink at Orca Ginza Brewery
Japan Drugstore Guide: Mosquito Bite Anti-Itch Products
No more scratching with these Japanese mosquito bite anti-itch products
A Bold Shunga Exhibition Brings Edo-Era Erotic Art to Kabukicho
See Japan’s sex-positive past through 100 rare erotic woodblock prints, on view at a Tokyo Noh theater this summer.
“Micro-Tourism” Trend Puts the Spotlight on Chiba
Day or Weekend Trip From Tokyo? Escape to Southern Chiba
Things to Do in Tokyo in July 2025
Check out our handpicked list of Tokyo festivals happening this month
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
Water-Themed Summer Events in Tokyo 2025
Tokyo’s summer is all about water—rituals, festivals and splash-filled fun.
Minobusan Experiences: Helicopter Ride, Temple Stay, Food and More
Sleep where monks once meditated, carve your own Daruma, and bike around Mt. Fuji
HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU: A Soundtrack to Your Stay in Tokyo
Where music and Tokyo city views meet bold design and DJ flair
Tokyo’s Underground Temple: G-Cans
A cathedral-like feat of concrete ingenuity
Tokyo’s Top Haunted Spots for Ghost Hunting in Summer 2025
11 of Tokyo’s Most Paranormal Spots
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