Matthew Coslett
After his 6 month stay got extended to 6 years, Matthew decided just to stay. As well as writing about his beloved Kansai, he spends hours in the middle of nowhere looking for wildlife and searching for the parts of the city most people ignore.
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5 Kid-Friendly Ghosts for Halloween Activities in Japan
Halloween in Japan doesn't have to be scary. We delve into the world of Japanese monsters to look for kid-friendly, uniquely Japanese thrills and activities for parents and teachers.
Harvest Horrors: 5 Japanese Ghosts to Fear in Fall
The harvest season in Japan is associated with a mixture of horrific and helpful yokai spirits.
5 Things That will be More Expensive in Japan in 2022
While it may seem that the summer price increases are a temporary thing, they are actually part of a larger pattern
Why is Japan called ‘Japan’ and not ‘Nihon?’
The reason why Japan isn’t called Nihon involves a gradual change over millennia and the many countries that had an influence on it.
5 Places to Visit in Japan When it’s Too Hot in Summer
From Nagano, Gifu, Aomori and more, here is a list of some of the best spots in Japan to visit in summer.
Splash Into Summer with The Best Waterslides in Japan
With the summers only getting hotter, here is a cool list of our favorite parks with waterslides.
Certifications to boost your resume for English Teaching in Japan
For those that are truly all about teaching, GaijinPot presents a guide to getting ahead in teaching with the best teaching certifications for your career in Japan.
Thrills and Spills: 5 Great Roller Coasters in Japan
Gaijinpot goes on a special tour of Japan taking in the most ridiculous roller coasters found here.
Jurassic Jaunt: 5 Places to See Dinosaurs in Japan
Whether you're a kid or a kid at heart, you'll love these dinosaur-themed attractions and parks found across Japan.
5 Places in Japan You’ll Never Get to Visit Again
The past couple of years has hit Japanese tourism hard. Here are five icons of Japanese culture that you'll never get the chance to experience if you haven't already.
Animal Symbolism of Shrines and Temples in Japan
Learn why a cat is lucky, why pregnant women want to have a dog's day and why you should never mess with crabs.
5 More Cool Studio Ghibli Locations You Can Visit in Japan
What were some of the real-life locations that inspired our favorite anime films?
