Planning group travel to Japan? Learn why tiny restaurants and crowded trains make it difficult, plus expert tips to make ...
Celebrate Ocean Day in Japan with 12 hidden beaches boasting crystal-clear water. Find how to get there, maps and safety tips ...
Japan’s tax system is logical on paper, but easy to get wrong in practice—especially if you have side income, overseas assets or have recently moved. Common tax mistakes in Japan tend to show up right ...
Before you quickly assume “Japanese,” “Korean,” or “Chinese,” take a step back and remember that each person comes from a unique country that is their own. Until I lived in Asia, I can honestly say I ...
Whether you plan to take a dip or simply enjoy the beautiful scenery, these five lakes in Japan deliver on all fronts (or shores). A beautiful lake can be enjoyed all year round, of course. But having ...
Explore San’in Kaigan National Park, where coastline, fishing villages, hot springs and food culture fall into rhythm with Japan's coastline. Japan is often introduced through Tokyo, Osaka and ...
If you are a fan of anime, coming to Tokyo is an obvious choice. From eight-story high anime shops in Akihabara to countless museums and manga cafes, Japan’s capital celebrates its art form at every ...
Japan’s southern island, Okinawa, almost feels like an extra character in The Karate Kid and its spin-off Netflix series, Cobra Kai. Mr. Miyagi’s love of the islands, the lore of its ancient fighting ...
Traditional creatures, classic fairy tales and so much more inspire the iconic studio’s films. Here are seven examples of influences from Japanese culture and folklore. Studio Ghibli and its most ...
Studying for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) N2 and N3 exams can be pretty exhausting. I lost track of the number of times that I drilled myself with the grammar books or free apps for ...
Are you hungry enough to try these crazy food challenges in Japan? Can you consume 10 kilograms of curry rice? 100 Dumplings in an hour? From conveyor belt sushi to regional takes on ramen, Japanese ...