The 2026 Golden Week edition is held in the park’s Festival Plaza, making for a global-minded seasonal outing. Nozaki Mairi ...

From high-energy festivals to laid-back beer gardens and live music, there’s something happening almost every week this May.

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Learn how to teach English in Japan in 2026, including job types, salary, visa requirements and step-by-step hiring advice.

Looking for things to do in Golden Week Japan? Celebrate the Showa era’s 100th anniversary with exhibitions, retro spots and ...

A new Japan immigration policy plans stricter residency, citizenship and monitoring rules for foreigners—but the changes avoid real problems. Japan is preparing a new “basic policy” for foreign ...

If only it were this easy. Before you look at apartments or price out flights, you need to figure out which visa you actually qualify for. Japan does not offer a “move here and figure it out later” ...

Wondering how to meet men in Japan? From apps and meetups to avoiding the wrong guys, here’s how foreign women find dating opportunities. Trying to figure out how to meet men in Japan can feel like a ...

Rice shortages, crime and loud sex—here’s why some think foreigners are “ruining” Japan (and what the data actually says). Ever experienced the “blame the gaijin” trope? You’re alone in your apartment ...

Looking for a Shimoda day trip? Here’s the quick pitch: a no-fuss, high-reward day trip to Izu in Shizuoka Prefecture with pretty stops, good coffee and seafood that actually lives up to the hype. If ...

Thinking about switching from dispatch to direct hire in Japan? Learn the laws, loopholes and steps to gain stability and benefits. Many people starting work in Japan often have to settle for ...

Is Japan the best country for English teachers? Compare salaries, benefits, and lifestyle to see why it’s a top choice for teaching abroad. Teaching English is a popular and relatively easy way for ...