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Heat Stroke in Japan: What to Do and How to Avoid It
Heat stroke is a real danger in Japan’s hot summers. Here’s how to avoid it, and what to do if you get it.
By Cassandra Lord 4 min read
How to Donate Hair in Japan
Chop your top for a good cause and learn how and where to donate hair for medical wigs in Japan.
4 Japanese Comfort Foods Made in the Microwave
The journey of a thousand meals starts by pushing a single button.
Sunscreen Products, Tips and Words in Japan
A breakdown of trending sunscreens in Japan
Easy Father’s Day Gift Ideas in Japan
Here are some last-minute gift ideas for dad and where to get them—in person or online—so you don’t drop the ball this holiday.
Japanese Recipe Adventures: Goya Chanpuru
Beat the heat like an Okinawan with this bitter melon recipe.
Life as an English Teacher on Awaji Island
Read one English teacher's experience moving from Osaka to an island near Japan’s Seto Inland Sea.
Social Fitness Groups to Keep Active in Japan
The hardest part about getting and staying fit is showing up, especially when you don’t know how to start.
Where to Buy Good Cheese in Japan
It ain't easy being cheesy—especially in this country. Here are the best places to find good cheese in Japan.
Foreigners Following Their Love of Gardening in Japan
Love traditional Japanese gardens? Here are two foreigners who took garden and landscaping apprenticeships and followed their dreams in Japan.
Where to Find Your Favorite Breakfast Cereal in Japan
Satisfy your sugary cravings with this list of places to find the best cereals from Fruity Pebbles to Captain Crunch.
What to Expect When Signing Up to a Gym in Japan
If there’s one thing Japan loves more than paperwork, it’s rules. And boy, do gyms in Japan have a lot of them.
