We know you're not trying to be a bad tourist, but everyone occasionally breaks one of these unspoken rules in Japan.

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But not all romaji is the same. Depending on where you look, you might see “shi” spelled as “shi,” “si” or even something ...

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Apply to the latest job openings in this week's Top Jobs in Japan in security, content creation, teaching and more.

Kamakura is a historic gem located just an hour south of Tokyo. Famous for its hydrangeas (ajisai), this city transforms into a colorful paradise when the rain arrives.Meigetsuin Temple, known as the ...

Learn when travel insurance in Japan is essential, what it covers and how to protect yourself during your trip.

Japan Post Co. is the national postal service, and its post offices are located throughout the country, making it the main point of contact for sending general mail. When sending mail internationally, ...

Although traffic lights (信号機, shingoki) in Japan usually follow the worldwide convention of red, yellow and green, learners of the Japanese language will know that the locals actually say the color ...

Before moving to Japan, I’d never lived in an apartment, let alone experienced the unique Japanese apartment features that make daily life here surprisingly convenient.And while I expected a bit of ...

June has arrived, and with it comes a contender for the worst month of the year. Surely, other times test our limits. Japan’s most important holidays are Golden Week from late April to early May, Obon ...

MBA Graduates in Japan reveal how the Manchester Global MBA transformed their careers through global insights, practical skills and lasting connections. Equipped with global perspectives and practical ...