Why Monzen-Nakacho and surrounds are such desirable places to live.
We unweave the laws and rules behind cannabis, THC, and CBD in Japan.
From family favorites to TTRPGs—with English options.
A quick guide to some of the options for your visa.
With tips from people who've done it — in some cases more than once.
Interested in a cheap home in the Japanese countryside?
Winter, spring, summer, or fall? It can be hard to know the best time to book your Japan trip for.
Navigating mental health resources here can be daunting, but there is support available.
It's a start, and there are benefits, but marriage equality it is not.
A Working Holiday in Japan is the OG workation. This visa type allows you to both travel and work in Japan — …
Ski down snowy slopes, soak in hot springs, and enjoy the quiet traditions of New Year.
Easy ways of connecting to the interwebs.
Whether you know it by name or not, anyone who’s a Japanophile — or just spends a lot of time on the internet …
What are your options for repairing that smashed phone screen? Find the right combination of price, speed, and quality …
Want to browse the internet or do your online banking at a cafe? Get a VPN to protect your privacy. Here's our cheapo …
Home Sweet Home, the saying goes. But for all the happy memories there, you might wonder just how much it’s worth when …
Taxes and Takoyaki, two things you’re just not going to be able to avoid while you’re in Japan. While …
For many, visiting a city for a short period of time just isn’t enough. Studying abroad gives you an entire year …
Being a student is tough. While the cup ramen may be better in Japan, money worries are international. (Plus, …