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 ...

Oda Nobunaga was one of Japan’s most powerful warlords and a key figure in unifying the country. Learn about his life and lasting legacy.

TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) is normally the first qualification that comes to mind and is used to teach English in countries where English isn’t the primary language. A qualification ...

Craigslist continues to be a popular classifieds-style market site in the U.S. It’s never really caught on in Japan with the locals, but it does see some action from expats in bigger cities. If you’re ...

This hassle-free entry has been one of the many reasons (and more recently, the very weak yen) Japan has remained a top destination for tourists worldwide. However, that ease of entry is set to change ...

If you don’t have one of these visas you have to apply for one. Check the Visa and Status of Residence section of the 101 for more information. 2012年 9月 株式会社GaiKokujinPot マーケティング部 入社 2015年 6月 ...

A more mellow place to get your shopping done, too. Kameari is a neighborhood in Tokyo’s Katsushika Ward. Considered as one of the more low-key, shitamachi areas of the city, you’ll find that it’s ...

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 ...

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 ...

In 2021, about 86% of divorces in Japan happened through mutual agreement, known as kyōgi rikon (協議離婚). In this type of divorce, both spouses agree to end the marriage and fill out a rikon todoke (離婚届 ...

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 ...

Some of the most famous destinations in Japan aren’t as great as advertised, but a better option might be just around the corner. Most itineraries for Japan include Gion in Kyoto or Harajuku in Tokyo.