Whether you fancy a day-trip out of Tokyo or a coast-to-coast epic, the JR Pass still turns Japan’s labyrinth of…
Japanese libraries serve as cultural hubs that connect people to literature, information, and community events. For many foreigners living in…
Japan’s rapidly ageing society has built a sophisticated care network—but for foreign residents it can feel labyrinthine. This guide demystifies…
Japan offers a unique mix of modern NSAIDs, gentle paracetamol doses, and centuries-old Kampo herbal formulas. This guide walks foreign…
Navigating health care and seasonal illnesses in Japan can be overwhelming for foreign residents—especially during flu season. Annual influenza outbreaks…
Moving to Japan means facing muggy summers and nippy winters—often in the same apartment. This guide demystifies Japanese air conditioners…
Moving to Japan can feel like opening a treasure chest—until cedar pollen or hidden wheat turns the key the wrong…
Quick facts at a glanceThe Cultural Significance of Funerals in JapanAlthough everyday life in Japan may feel largely secular, nearly…
Japan is no longer the cash-only outlier it was a decade ago. Today, 42.8 % of consumer spending already happens…
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