Ever wonder why foreigners in Japan hate each other? Let’s look at what’s really behind it—and the psychology that explains ...

Hasegawa between her characters, Ijiwaru Baasan (Granny Mischief) and Sazae-san (Mrs. Sazae). Hasegawa Machiko was born in 1920, in Saga Prefecture and is regarded as one of Japan’s pioneering female ...

Attending a university in Japan can be a dream come true, but it can also be an expensive one. According to Study in Japan, the total for the first year is around ¥820,000 to over ¥1,100,000. Then, ...

If you’ve ever tried navigating Tokyo’s rush-hour crowds with a roller suitcase, you’ve likely experienced the stares or passive aggressiveness. Japan’s patience with tourists is often tested by those ...

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Some of the most famous destinations in Japan aren’t as great as advertised, but a better option might be just around the ...

From 2027, unpaid health insurance could block your Japan visa renewal. Here’s how the new rule works and how to avoid trouble. Starting June 2027, foreign residents in Japan who haven’t been paying ...

Wondering how to meet men in Japan? From apps and meetups to avoiding the wrong guys, here’s how foreign women find dating opportunities. Trying to figure out how to meet men in Japan can feel like a ...

Rice shortages, crime and loud sex—here’s why some think foreigners are “ruining” Japan (and what the data actually says). Ever experienced the “blame the gaijin” trope? You’re alone in your apartment ...