Great news for travelers and residents: the Japan Meteorological Corporation (JMC) has released its first autumn foliage forecast for Japan in 2025!

Before you rush to find a job in Japan, you need to get accustomed to the Japanese work culture, which can be different from western countries like America. Find out different ethics and workplace culture in Japan!

When are the summer festivals in Tokyo, and where can you find them? How many are there in Tokyo? Read our full guide here!

From dress code to how to bow correctly, read this guide to find out the Japanese business manners and etiquette you may need to know.

Haiku are short unrhymed poems composed of only three lines and seventeen syllables.

Kanpai! You have probably heard this word cheerfully hollered at bars or even among your Japanese friends. So, what does kanpai mean, and when do you use it? Are there specific manners for saying kanpai in Japan? It’s undoubtedly a part of the drinking culture that has developed in Japan over hundreds of years. So, […]

Ever heard someone say, “Miso love you!” and get a laugh? Welcome to the world of dajare, or Japanese puns, that play on similar sounds and clever word twists. While these jokes are often groan-worthy, they are embedded in Japanese pop culture, daily conversations, and even advertising.  If you love learning about Japanese wordplay, or […]

If you really thought mint chocolate chip or cookie dough was daring, wait until you hear about Japanese ice cream flavors like squid ink, soy sauce, and even horse meat. Here are 40 of the weirdest ice cream flavors you’ll only find in Japan.