7 Terrifying Japanese Urban Legends That Are Based on True Stories
From human sacrifices to abandoned villages, these real Japanese legends give us the creeps.
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Netflix’s The Naked Director: A Dodgy Dive into Japanese Porn and “Real” Sex
This semi-biographical ode to Japanese AV does little more than maintain the status quo—but it makes us think while doing so.
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Tweet of the Week #50: Typhoon Hagibis Causes Panic Buying of Tape
Advice to tape your windows has resulted in a shortage. But does it even work? Learn how to give advice with this week's viral tweet!
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5 Classic Japanese Horror Movies You Must Watch
We dare you to watch these J-horror classics alone in the dark this weekend.
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Tweet of the Week #51: Apple Watch Users Told To Go For a Run During Typhoon Hagibis
Learn how to use the expression とんでもない with this week's viral tweet.
Guide to Skiing and Snowboarding in Japan
Shred world-class powder in the Japanese mountains. Japow!
5 Shops to Try Yokohama’s Local Iekei Ramen
Discover this local ramen style that’s creamy and chewy with all the toppings.
8 Halloween Treats You Can Get at the Convenience Store in Japan
Save the tricks and give us all the spooky fall-flavored treats.
Top Jobs in Japan You Can Apply to From Overseas – Week 42, 2019
Ski instructor, full-stack engineer, and game producer among our top picks for those living overseas who want to come and work in Japan.
Netflix’s The Naked Director: A Dodgy Dive into Japanese Porn and “Real” Sex
This semi-biographical ode to Japanese AV does little more than maintain the status quo—but it makes us think while doing so.
5 Scary Japanese Foods and Why You Should Try Them
To experience the pleasure, you must also brave the pain of Japan’s complex culinary underworld.
Common Japanese Phrases To Help You Study JLPT N2 and N3 Grammar
Master advanced Japanese grammar by listening out for these phrases on the daily.
2019 Top Jobs in Japan Week 42
IT support staff, digital marketing consultant and patissier among our top picks for this week!
Tweet of the Week #50: Typhoon Hagibis Causes Panic Buying of Tape
Advice to tape your windows has resulted in a shortage. But does it even work? Learn how to give advice with this week's viral tweet!
5 Classic Japanese Horror Movies You Must Watch
We dare you to watch these J-horror classics alone in the dark this weekend.
