LIVING IN JAPAN
Top facts about the Japanese language – One of the most difficult languages in the…
Ced YongMay 19, 2021
Free things to do in Osaka - Although the experience is worth it, Japan is definitely…
KatCMay 5, 2021
Undoubtedly, you’ve heard some unusual, possibly comical and always endearing things about Japan, the eccentric…
KatCApril 29, 2021
Free things to do in Kyoto - Considering Japan’s expensive reputation, it’s surprising how many fun…
KatCApril 26, 2021
Anyone who is updated with international fashion weeks would be aware of Tokyo's status as…
Your Japan StaffMarch 4, 2021
Cherry Blossom Japan - There’s a special time each year in Japan where people get…
Your Japan StaffMarch 2, 2021
Before moving to Japan, I had heard about some of the animated fashions, noticed the…
KatCFebruary 25, 2021
Top Flower Parks Not to Miss in Japan – Traditional gardens always feature high on…
Ced YongFebruary 18, 2021
It’s said that greens-keepers in Hokkaido have the world’s best conditions to work from when…
Your Japan StaffFebruary 16, 2021
Japan is its own world with its own set of values, priorities and therefore rules.…
KatCFebruary 11, 2021
Many would agree that Japan is among the most romantic destinations to visit, from cherry…
Alex ColesFebruary 1, 2021
There are animal lovers worldwide, and the Japanese are famous for their love of cuteness,…
Your Japan StaffJanuary 15, 2021
Christmas in Japan: 9 Traditions and Fun Facts – While Christmas isn’t an official public…
Ced YongNovember 29, 2020
7 Best Korean Restaurants in Shin-Okubo, Tokyo’s Koreatown – Located just one stop away from…
Ced YongNovember 16, 2020
What does “otaku” mean? In high school, there was an afterschool club that one could…
Trevor JonesOctober 28, 2020
From weaving your way through bustling crowds to lugging around stuffed shopping bags, shopping is…
Natalie LeongOctober 18, 2020
Is Japan LGBTQI-Friendly? – Say, for example, it’s your first visit to Tokyo. You decided…
Your Japan StaffOctober 6, 2020
Although considered unique and interesting locations for travel, Osaka and Kyoto probably aren’t the first…
KatCSeptember 21, 2020
Go-shujin-sama! Here Are 10 Things to Know about Maid Cafes! – Say, for example, you…
Ced YongSeptember 15, 2020
Japan is one of the most creative countries in the world, famed for its modern…
Alex ColesSeptember 12, 2020
A true crossroad of the world, and a land proud of its culture and heritage,…
Ced YongSeptember 7, 2020
Tired of Starbucks and seeing it everywhere? Want every moment of your trip to Kyoto…
KatCAugust 31, 2020
Osaka is a city with many interesting neighbourhoods, many of which are undiscovered by visitors.…
Alex ColesAugust 25, 2020
Looking for tattoo friendly Onsen in Kyoto? Experiencing a Japanese Hot Spring bath is an…
KatCAugust 4, 2020
Is Harajuku fashion dying? - Tokyo is famous for its wild and crazy, pure and…
Azra SyakirahJuly 28, 2020
How do Japanese People Perceive Tattoos? - Tattoos or ‘irezumi’ have a long and complicated…
Alex ColesJuly 22, 2020
I am an American from the Midwest, right between New York City and Chicago. One…
Trevor JonesJuly 13, 2020
The Yakuza are among the most notorious gangs in the world, operating numerous illegal activities,…
Alex ColesJune 15, 2020
The hikikomori lifestyle has become more and more common in 21st century Japan with more…
Alex ColesMay 18, 2020
10 Best Japanese Dramas To Binge (and learn Japanese) - TV shows are arguably more…
Azra SyakirahMay 1, 2020
You Can Now Rent An Apartment Designed For Your Cat - If you have, once…
Your Japan StaffApril 28, 2020
11 essentials ¥100 store items - One of the first things that travelers and foreign…
Trevor JonesApril 20, 2020
Latest updates on the COVID-19 from the WHO. We live in strange times at the…
Azra SyakirahApril 15, 2020
Best Coffee Shops in Tokyo - Japan’s capital city is not lacking of cafes that…
Azra SyakirahMarch 13, 2020
Travel Japan with Tattoos - Tattoos and tattooing exist in some way in practically every…
Azra SyakirahFebruary 25, 2020
12 Facts That You Didn’t Know About Japanese Vending Machines - There are many stories…
Trevor JonesFebruary 17, 2020
Japanese Snacks - Japan is home to many things. Kimonos, shrines and sushi to name…
Trevor JonesFebruary 10, 2020
Pokemon Adidas collaboration gets retro with 8-bit Pikachu - Pokémon and adidas have launched a collaborative collection of sneakers…
Your Japan StaffFebruary 3, 2020
Best Amusement Parks in Japan - There’s without a doubt an endless number of activities…
Azra SyakirahJanuary 28, 2020
15 Things You Should Not Do When Visiting Japan - The reputation of Japanese culture…
Azra SyakirahJanuary 24, 2020
Updated on December 7th, 2020 A few months ago, Universal Studios Japan announced the planning…
Your Japan StaffJanuary 20, 2020
Tokyo Christmas Illumination Guide 2019 - December is arrived and Christmas is soon upon us. It’s…
Your Japan StaffDecember 3, 2019
Best Things to Do in Tokyo at Night - Many people love Tokyo for its…
Your Japan StaffNovember 4, 2019
9 Of The Best Bars in Tokyo - Tokyo sometimes feels like it has more…
Your Japan StaffOctober 30, 2019
Best Apps For Traveling In Japan - Navigating in Japan can be a challenge in…
Your Japan StaffSeptember 17, 2019
9 off the beaten track neighborhoods in Tokyo - Many first time visitors to Japan…
Your Japan StaffAugust 28, 2019
10 best beaches near Tokyo - Though Tokyo may be best known as the land…
Your Japan StaffAugust 5, 2019
Best Free Views Tokyo. It is undeniably true that there are many famous spots that…
Your Japan StaffJuly 3, 2019
Train etiquette in Japan - One of the most interesting experiences travelers can have while…
Your Japan StaffJune 21, 2019
Japan isn’t just a land for adults to enjoy. Kids are more than welcome to…
Your Japan StaffJune 21, 2019
It is undeniably true that Japan is the heaven for sushi lovers because it is…
Your Japan StaffApril 26, 2019
It is a public secret that one of the must-do things in Tokyo is getting…
Your Japan StaffApril 2, 2019
Tokyo is one of the cities in the world that constantly holds art exhibitions of…
Your Japan StaffFebruary 26, 2019
Tokyo is one of the cities in the world that has a substantial amount of…
Your Japan StaffFebruary 19, 2019
When you think of Valentine’s Day, the image of a man buying expensive chocolates, jewelry,…
Your Japan StaffFebruary 4, 2019
If you’re a fan of Studio Ghibli (and if you’re not, you’ll soon become one),…
Your Japan StaffJanuary 14, 2019
Going to Tokyo Disneyland is and should be a happy occasion, it is after all…
Your Japan StaffDecember 10, 2018
Tokyo is one of the most culinary impressive cities in the world. With virtually every…
Your Japan StaffDecember 10, 2018
Not far away from Tokyo, lies Hakone, an area famous for its natural beauty, its…
Your Japan StaffNovember 29, 2018
The first Universal Studios theme park to open outside of the US, and the fastest…
Your Japan StaffNovember 22, 2018
Japanese people adore new things especially when they’re limited edition. With every new month or…
Your Japan StaffNovember 21, 2018
Visiting Tokyo Disneyland is a fun way to spend a day (or two), it is…
Your Japan StaffNovember 19, 2018
If you visit Japan, one of the common things you will come across are “konbini”,…
Your Japan StaffNovember 16, 2018
Riding your bicycle in Japan is a good way to explore places you normally can’t…
Your Japan StaffOctober 24, 2018
Japan is a country that’s on almost everyone’s list to visit at least once in…
Your Japan StaffOctober 22, 2018
Japan sits on what is known as the Ring of Fire, a dangerous area in…
Your Japan StaffOctober 18, 2018
It's almost that crazy time of year again when ghosts and ghouls come out and…
Your Japan StaffOctober 5, 2018
When traveling to the land of the rising sun, it’s a good idea learn a…
Your Japan StaffSeptember 24, 2018
The world is full of marvelously different peoples and cultures. Experiencing them is one of…
Andrew SmithSeptember 21, 2018
Bow in Japan - One of the first things that people learn about Japan -…
Your Japan StaffSeptember 18, 2018
Earthquake Japan - For those currently living and working in Japan, earthquakes are commonplace happenings…
Your Japan StaffSeptember 13, 2018
In the northeast of Tokyo lies Ueno, which is famous for its many world class…
Your Japan StaffSeptember 12, 2018
In the north-east of central Tokyo lies the historical district Asakusa. Unlike other districts, Asakusa…
Your Japan StaffSeptember 12, 2018
Ginza Shopping - Located in Chuo ward lies Ginza (meaning “Silver Mint”), the famous luxury…
Your Japan StaffAugust 24, 2018
Built on an artificial island in the Tokyo Bay is one of Tokyo’s most exciting…
Your Japan StaffAugust 3, 2018
Ikebukuro Shopping - Ikebukuro is a giant hub in the northern part of Tokyo and…
Your Japan StaffAugust 1, 2018
Centered around Harajuku Station is one of the most unique neighborhoods of Tokyo and the…
Your Japan StaffAugust 1, 2018
Top 15 Japan Instagram Accounts to Follow - Japan is a place like nowhere else.…
Your Japan StaffJuly 30, 2018
Nowadays, there are many resources online to be found when you are collecting information about…
Your Japan StaffJuly 30, 2018
English teaching jobs in Japan - Japan has hundreds and hundreds of teaching opportunities awaiting…
Courtney MajorJuly 19, 2018
Working Holiday Visa Japan - Have you ever wanted to travel to Japan and immerse…
Your Japan StaffJuly 17, 2018
Shibuya Shopping - If you know Shibuya then you have probably seen the Hachiko Memorial…
Song Y YoonJune 18, 2018
Shopping sometimes can get hectic, especially in Shinjuku. Although Shinjuku has a great variety of…
Song Y YoonJune 12, 2018
Most people who have ever traveled and shopped before in their lives would probably agree…
Your Japan StaffMay 24, 2018
Have you applied for jobs and never heard any feedback? Or got some and it…
Your Japan StaffMay 23, 2018
Falling sick when you’re on a holiday can pretty much ruin your entire time. After…
Your Japan StaffMay 18, 2018