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Check out the latest job openings in this week's Top Jobs in Japan with open roles in teaching, hospitality and more.

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Traffic lights in Japan aren’t always straightforward. From green arrows to flashing reds, here’s how to understand what each signal means.

Like the majority of people attracted to Japan’s culture, I grew up with manga and anime. At that time back in 2006, Korean or Japanese weren’t really popular languages. Chinese, on the other hand, ...

Living with pets can bring much joy to our lives. As foreigners in a foreign land, having a pet can be even more rewarding. After finding a pet-friendly apartment, the companionship can brighten our ...

The reception of a modern Japanese funeral. In the past, Japanese funerals were deeply rooted in Buddhist and Shinto traditions. They were often held at home or in temples. Cremation became widespread ...

Traditional creatures, classic fairy tales and so much more inspire the iconic studio’s films. Here are seven examples of influences from Japanese culture and folklore. Studio Ghibli and its most ...

Americans in Japan must file US taxes. Learn how to avoid double taxation with exclusions and credits, plus which forms to file abroad. Benjamin Franklin said that in life, nothing is more certain ...

Tourism has brought many benefits to Japan, but the recent influx of tourists has caused the government and local authorities to introduce new measures to address overtourism. Japan is renowned for ...