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The Rainbow Bridge
With LGBTQ issues becoming an increasingly important part of Japan’s modern identity, GaijinPot looks at some of the words associated with the community.
By Matthew Coslett on August 16, 2017
5 Things to Consider Before Getting a Smartphone in Japan
Hello, can you hear me? I’m in Japan dreaming about who I could be — if I had the most stress-free phone plan in all the land. Adele lyrics aside, here are some of the best plans for foreigners looking for quick, easy and relatively cheap data services.
By GaijinPot Commercial Partners on August 16, 2017
Teetotal Tipples: 7 No-Alcohol Drinks in Japan
It’s not always Miller time, so here is a selection of some non-alcopops to enjoy at parties, barbecues and other get-togethers in Japan this summer.
By Liam Carrigan on August 15, 2017
This Week in Japan Aug. 14-20, 2017
Every Monday we serve top picks for this week’s events in Japan. To list your event, contact the editor of GaijinPot.
By Dan Grunebaum on August 14, 2017
Japan Wanderlust: 5 Freaking Incredible Mountains to Hike
Aug. 11, is a holiday for the sole purpose of giving you time to cozy up to Japan’s mountains. Check out these non-Fuji mountainous destinations that are worth a climb at any time of the year.
By Victoria Vlisides on August 11, 2017
The Pure Land: 8 Japanese Novels Set Outside Tokyo
In Japan, the city of Tokyo seems to get all the attention as a setting in novels, but there are rich veins of fiction to mine if you’re interested in stories set outside the megalopolis.
By Iain Maloney on August 10, 2017
4 Places to Find Classic Video Games in Japan
Ready player one: It’s dangerous to go alone! Take this.
By Jacob Stroth on August 9, 2017
Late-Summer Kansai Festivals with Local Flavor
If you like Japanese tradition with a touch of fire — and fireworks — visit these local gems.
By Liam Carrigan on August 8, 2017
This Week in Japan Aug 7-13, 2017
Every Monday we serve top picks for this week’s events in Japan. To list your event, contact the editor of GaijinPot.
By Dan Grunebaum on August 7, 2017
Stand and Deliver: 6 Tips for Creating ALT Lesson Plans
Generally, ALT lessons follow a certain structure, so learning the basic lesson plan should make your life easier when preparing for classes — in advance or on-the-fly.
By GaijinPot Commercial Partners on August 4, 2017
Story Hunter: Universal Messages Drawn without Words
A new “silent” manga contest is looking for the next great talent — and an editor to guide them.
By GaijinPot Commercial Partners on August 3, 2017
5 Things in Japan I’ll Never Get Used To
From how certain foods are consumed to the way people sneeze — there are certain quirks of Japanese people that still perplex me to this day.