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 ...

Looking for a day trip from Tokyo? Visit Sawara in Chiba for canal rides, historic float festivals, and delicious local eel dishes. I’m just another office worker in Tokyo, but I’m not a huge fan of ...

The J-Find visa Japan lets certain graduates enter Japan to job hunt or prepare a business without an employer sponsor. Here’s how it works. The J-Find visa is one part of a broader push by Japan to ...

From commuting to work and picking up groceries to cycling Japan’s scenic national routes, bikes are a popular and practical way to get around. Even if you don’t own one, Japan’s many bike-sharing ...

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 ...

Discover rivers, falls and swimming holes around Tokyo for a refreshing summer escape. Dive into clear waters just hours from the city. Come summer, scorching temperatures cover most of Japan. Sure, ...

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 ...

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 ...

A Japanese YouTuber with three “wives” saw his household collapse. His story reveals the strange history and modern reality of polygamy in Japan. The history of polygamy in Japan includes emperors ...