If you’re looking to work in Japan, check back here each week as we review our database of the top jobs in Japan posted to GaijinPot and showcase some of the most interesting ones. Kobe Motor Company ...

Located in Akihabara, WeLearn Community’s 80’s Cafe is a language cafe that invites learners to practice their Japanese in a stress-free setting. This venue aims to take guests beyond the study apps ...

A viral Shibuya Crossing video has raised questions online. What is butsukari otoko and why are “Japan bumper” incidents getting attention?

Visit Fukushima beyond the headlines. From Namie yakisoba to coastal towns like Futaba, discover a region slowly rebuilding.

It ain't easy being cheesy—especially in this country. Here are the best places to find good cheese in Japan. If you come from a land where good cheese is just as common as good bread, you were ...

Despite being cute, relatively unassuming animals, rabbits and hares are found in the myths and tales of a surprising number of countries. From the ancient Greek tales of the foolish hare losing a ...

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 ...

Looking for the best moving companies in Japan? This guide compares prices, services and English support to help you find the right mover. Moving in Japan can get expensive—and fast. Between booking a ...

Japan ranks among the safest countries in the world, but not all threats are obvious. Some of the biggest risks come disguised as opportunities. In recent years, high-paying “part-time” jobs have ...

Japan is known for being one of the safest and most welcoming countries for travelers, with clean streets, fast and reliable trains and plenty of must-see sights that will last a lifetime. Most ...

I try not to judge tourists’ travel itineraries. I’m very humble like that. In a way, it’s kind of nice that all the tourists congregate in the same three places. Sure, it wrecks small towns and ...