Decades ago, studying Japanese required flipping through heavy paper dictionaries or carrying a denshi jisho (a pocket-sized electronic dictionary) that instantly became the ultimate status symbol for ...

JR East is retiring the iconic Suica Penguin after 25 years. Are the bizarre new mascot candidates really that bad, or is all of Japan just grieving?

Is permanent residency in Japan still worth it? See the new 2026 rules, rising application fees, revocation risks and whether PR fits your goals. For years, permanent residency in Japan (PR) has been ...

If you’re looking to work in Japan, check back here each week as we review our database of the top jobs in Japan posted to GaijinPot and showcase some of the most interesting ones.

In 2026, Japan Educational Exchanges and Services (JEES) closed enrollment to non-residents in Japan, with very few exceptions, such as holders of provisional stay permits. In other words, if you do ...

Marking 25 years since Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, this limited add-on traces the film’s origins through recreated sets, a Sorting Ceremony experience and live wand demonstrations of ...

Plan an easy Itoshima day trip from Fukuoka. Discover coastal spots like Sakurai Futamigaura, Keya no Oto, local seafood and sunset views. Summer in Fukuoka feels made for the sea. The days are bright ...

This viral photo-focused double bill pairs oddly specific “slightly relatable” everyday scenarios with a room of absurdly miniaturized objects. Produced by Entaku, the Osaka leg runs in eight cities.