This tonkotsu ramen has medicinal benefits that can boost your energy after a long day of sightseeing. Have you ever heard of yakuzen? Not to be confused with yakuza, yakuzen literally translates... Read more »

In 2020, Japan had more than 8 million akiya (vacant homes), according to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications. At the same time, remote work surged, untethering thousands from traditional offices.... Read more »

One country is clearly the cause, but fewer foreign tourists might not put the pressure it expects on Japan. On Wednesday, the Japan National Tourism Organization announced its latest statistics regarding foreign... Read more »

Japan’s tallest tower transforms into a cherry blossom-viewing spot, complete with pink projections and themed drinks. As the cherry blossom-loving crowds prepare to descend upon Japan’s plethora of sakura-viewing spots this springtime,... Read more »

30th anniversary celebration looks to link Heisei and Reiwa eras with shared love for purikura. Life was different before everyone had a smartphone in their pocket. If you were meeting up with... Read more »

Spring relocations in Japan can drain your budget faster than expected, and garbage disposal fees are the biggest surprise. For many people when they think of spring in Japan, the first thing... Read more »

The morning sun casts a warm glow over the quiet streets of Tokyo’s Nakano Ward where old wooden homes and narrow roads characterize the neighborhood. A small pathway off the main boulevard... Read more »

Limited-edition spring drinks make their way to Starbucks, but are they worth buying?  With February now coming to an end, spring is about to start, and with it comes sakura (cherry blossom)... Read more »

Cunte Jelly Trick and other lenses’ names might be too clever for their own good. In many ways, Japan has a very playful attitude about language. The Japanese language is richly expressive,... Read more »