Learn how to apply for Japan government subsidies, including support for housing, childcare, healthcare, job training and ...

Recent headlines shared a story about a man requiring rescue from Mt. Fuji twice in four days while climbing in the off-season. Outside the official climbing period (July to early September), snow, ...

Also known as the National Pension Service, kokumin nenkin is Japan’s public pension system. Regardless of nationality, everyone in Japan must enroll in a pension plan, even foreigners. Fortunately, ...

Check out the latest job openings in this week's Top Jobs in Japan with open roles in marketing, gaming, security and more.

Here are some appliances to help you stay cool during summer in Japan aside from having your air conditioner on blast the ...

Hayama offers cleaner beaches, better vibes, chill events and views of Mt. Fuji, all just a short ride from Tokyo.

Looking for a weekend escape this summer? Here's a roundup of 10 of the best beaches near Tokyo. Slather on that sunscreen ...

Summer is in full swing, and Tokyo comes alive in July with fireworks and cultural festivals. Here’s our monthly roundup of ...

Romaji (ローマ字) means “Roman letters,” using the Latin alphabet to write Japanese sounds. It’s not a full writing system like ...