Discover common tourist scams in Japan, how to recognize them and tips to avoid falling victim. Enjoy your trip to Japan with peace of mind. Japan is widely known for its safety and the kindness of ...

Let’s be real—life in Japan often means cramming everything you own into what feels like a generously sized closet or hotel room. That’s why more and more people turn to self-storage options in Japan ...

A world where “favorite season” is a two-option question. Even things visitors may not immediately notice shift with the seasons. Food packaging changes color palettes throughout the year, while ...

Learn about self-defense laws in Japan, including what counts as reasonable defense, when it's allowed, and how important it is to walk away. So you’re out enjoying a night in Japan, drinking at an ...

Japan is safe, but not risk-free. From mountain rescues to drug laws and shady bars, here are the most dangerous things you can do in Japan. By most measures, Japan is a very safe country. Japan has a ...

It is often said that life imitates art. However, if you’re working for Sega, one of Japan’s best-known gaming companies, then the opposite may apply. Sega’s Yakuza series, or Ryu Ga Gotoku in ...

Japan is considered one of the safest countries globally and Tokyo one of the safest cities. But if you are brave enough to traverse into the wilds of the country, who knows what terrifying creatures ...

Discover the serene beauty and cultural significance of mosques in Japan, from the historic Kobe Mosque to modern-day Islamic centers. Despite Islam’s minority status (just 0.20% of the population), ...

Using only local trains and buses, I spent 48 hours uncovering a side of Izu shaped by volcanoes, ocean views and quiet coastal towns. Just a few hours south of the capital, the Izu Peninsula makes an ...

Discover the everyday sounds you’ll hear in Japan, from sirens and street jingles to cicadas and sweet potato trucks. Here’s what they mean. Japan is often associated with iconic visuals—from the ...

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 ...

Learn how a foreigner turned an abandoned kindergarten in rural Yamanashi into CineYama, one of Japan’s most unique indie cinemas. Finding CineYama almost feels like you are not supposed to. Hidden ...