A Trans Woman’s Marriage in Japan is in Jeopardy Over Legal Limitations
"We've effectively broken the system."
By Kelsey Lark 2 min read
5 Tips for Women Traveling Solo in Japan
One of the world’s safest countries, Japan can still be daunting for lone female travelers.
The 8 Best Unaired Scenes from ‘Terrace House: Opening New Doors’
Thanks to fansubbers on Reddit, you can now watch many of the previously Japanese-only extra clips in English.
2019 Top Jobs in Japan Week 11
Find the best new work opportunities on Japan's No.1 English-language job site!
Nescafe Opens Their First Nap Cafe in Oimachi, Tokyo
Offering a customizable chair or bed, pillow, and lighting, plus more coffee than is probably safe to drink.
8 Types of Dating App Profiles You’ll Encounter In Japan
From "Language Exchangers" to "Expat Machos," it's a different ballgame in Japan.
Tweet of the Week
Learn Japanese with what's going viral in the Twitterverse.
This Website is Giving Away Copies of Successful Job Applications to College Students
One Career has launched a new ad campaign that aims to make the "shukatsu" process more transparent.
New Elementary School English Curriculum for 2020 Rolling Out in Japan
Improved and expanded English teaching materials are being adopted in Japan. Here’s a first look.
A Guide to Hiking the Kumano Kodo Iseji Route in Mie, Japan
Including the history, guide maps, itineraries, and what to see, do and eat along the Iseji Route.
Understanding Japanese Unemployment Insurance
Something everyone working in Japan should know about but hope they never have to use.
5 Movies Based on Japanese Anime and Video Games Coming in 2019
These anxiously awaited movies should be popular with super fans and do their source material justice.
