The average salary in Tokyo is ¥6.12 million. Does that ring true for you? Where do you fit in Japan's thriving capital?

Work in teaching, sales, translation, operations and more in this week's Top Jobs in Japan. If you’re looking to work in ...

Are you annoying everyone around you? Blocking the train with a big suitcase? Quit It! Here are 10 common mistakes tourists ...

Japan offers a wealth of insider secrets that visitors often overlook. Here are 10 things in Japan only locals know about.

Discover the perks and challenges of 1R apartments in Japan, their costs, and tips for making the most of compact living ...

You don’t need to pay for spirituality. Japanese cults often draw from ancient religious and philosophical traditions that have shaped the country’s history. Shinto, the indigenous religion, remained ...

With temperatures falling, our heating bills will be rising. But, with these home insulation hacks, not all your heat and money will fly out the window. Unless you live in one of these warmer winter ...

If you’re looking to work in Japan, check back here each week as we review our database of top jobs posted to GaijinPot and showcase some of the most interesting ones. Here’s a rare opportunity to ...

Winter in Japan means the start of the dreaded flu season. Here are some options for over-the-counter Japanese medicines. We are now slowly heading into February, widely regarded by many as the ...

Learn about self-defense laws in Japan, including what counts as reasonable defense, when it's allowed, and how important it is to walk away. So you’re out enjoying a night in Japan, drinking at an ...