Health and Beauty
Tweet of the Week #32: Pill Problems
Learn how to use the construction:「だけではない」with this week's viral tweet.
By Amelie Marie Nishizawa 3 min read
Managing the Cost of Healthcare in Japan
Make sure your next trip to the hospital doesn’t leave your wallet feeling sick, too.
The Strange Story of Hay Fever in Japan: Construction, Conspiracy Theories, Climate Change
The tale of Japan's national illness is intrinsically linked to the Japanese cedar. But there's much more to it than that.
Staying Positive: 6 Tips for Beating the Winter Blues in Japan
A long Japanese winter isn’t just about keeping warm — it’s about your mental health, too.
Understanding the Japanese Health Insurance System Part 2/2
How to access the medical care and services you need.
Stopping Suicide: Japan’s Darkest Demon
Don’t seek a permanent solution to a temporary problem. Help is at hand.
Dealing with Depression in Japan
Many foreigners working in Japan live with depression, but few get real help. Here are some tips and resources for handling it.
3 Tips to Slim Down and Get Fit in Japan this Summer
As the temperatures rise and the air conditioning falls, this season presents plenty of inspiration to get in shape — here’s how to tackle it naturally.
5 Unique Ways to Get Fit in Japan
And experience the culture while you're doing it.
Fashion Without the High Price Tag
From high fashion to everyday casual, Tokyo has a store to cater to all budgets.
Losing Weight in Japan: A Personal Journey
Losing weight is a personal journey, here's how I did it.
