Requirement to be added to “jobs in which Japanese is used.” For foreigners wanting to work in Japan, one of the most common paths into the country is through a Specialist in... Read more »
Want to learn more about recent sex‑education trends in Japan? Read “How Drag Queen Labianna Is Changing Sex Ed in Japan“. In 2003, members of the Tokyo metropolitan assembly launched a campaign... Read more »
Romantic moments are completely achievable in the capital with a bit of investigation and a splash of creativity. As we reach optimum temperatures, night falls with glistening stars that set perfect scenes... Read more »
The rise of anime as a global industry The popularity of anime continues to grow at a remarkable pace, especially internationally. As of 2025, Netflix reports that more than 150 million households... Read more »
“I was up until 4 am last night for a project,” Arthell Isom casually remarks this the day we meet him at his Shinjuku studio. To an unwitting listener, the Tokyo-based artist’s... Read more »
Escape the urban sprawl by taking a tour on “Japan’s last clear stream” that will leave you clearly in tune with nature. Kochi Prefecture makes up a large chunk of the southwestern... Read more »
Huge in Japan but rarely seen outside of it. Back in 1967, Japanese toymaker Takara Tomy (then just “Takara” and currently just “TOMY” in Western countries) developed their own fashion doll, similar... Read more »
Does the morning sauna make up for a night of communal snoring? With Tokyo hotel prices increasing due to the tourism boom, both domestic and international travelers are often left on the... Read more »
A survey from Mynavi Corp. based on data collected between June 2023 and June 2024, shows a rise in the use of resignation agencies across Japan. But why? With deep remorse, Mr.... Read more »
Frozen home-style cooking with unbelievable tastes. If you ever find yourself away from the bustling crowds of Kyoto’s cultural hotspots, wandering around the quiet industrial pockets of Fushimi Ward, you might just... Read more »