Everyone knows Tokyo is gamer heaven. Here's how to level up your next trip with these popular and off-the-beaten-track places around the city. Tokyo is a hub of gaming culture. From Mario and Final ...

The time has come for you to move out of Japan. The days are filled with farewell parties and last-minute bucket list items. But are you sure you’re ready to go? In between the tearful goodbyes, there ...

Behind their charming facade, these traditional homes may harbor challenges that could sour your dream. Here are ten things you might not know about buying abandoned homes in Japan. Japan’s ...

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The cooler season in Japan brings a delightful array of fruits that not only tantalize the taste buds but also reflect autumn’s vibrant colors. Here are some fruits you’ll find during this time. A ...

Japan is an archipelago made up of four main islands and more than 6,000 small ones, although just over 400 of these are inhabited. Among the big four, Hokkaido is the northernmost island, Honshu is ...

With the time you have left, it’s important to focus on which parts of the exam you feel like you might have the most trouble answering. Be it vocabulary, grammar, reading, or listening, there are ...

Visit Fukui, the perfect trip for Japanese history, culture and food. Here is an itinerary that makes Fukui one of my favorite places. After living in Tokyo for over a decade, I’ve come to appreciate ...