Planning to tie the knot in Japan? Learn the legal steps, required documents, and cultural tips for foreigners getting married in Japan.

Did you know kanpai was popularized by accident? A Japanese diplomat, caught off guard during a toast with British officials, improvised and shouted “Kanpai!”

Find out the best omiyage to buy for your next trip to Japan — and where to search for them. Sake-flavored Kit Kats and Tokyo Banana, anyone?

How do you find vintage stores and thrift shops in Japan? Check out popular thrift stores in Japan, and where to go thrift shopping in Tokyo!

It’s not easy to find a job in Japan if you can’t speak Japanese, but you still can find top positions with attractive benefits — if you search it right.

You can’t visit Japan without trying sushi — and you shouldn’t leave without knowing how to say the different types of sushi in Japanese, either. Unlike the Western-style sushi rolls topped with avocado, mayonnaise, or cream cheese, traditional Japanese sushi is much simpler. If you ever go to an omakase restaurant in Japan, sushi is […]

If you’re living in Japan on a working or permanent visa and want to bring your family over, the simplest option is to apply for a Dependent Visa for your spouse and children. This allows them to come to Japan under your sponsorship. But while the Dependent Visa may seem straightforward, there are important things […]

Job Hunting has always been a bit of a pain. But what if you could get someone to do everything for you? That’s where recruitment agencies come in.

Now that you have landed a job interview in Japan, you must be wondering what manners you need to know. Understandably, you might be nervous since interviews are when you need to put your best foot forward. So, how should you present yourself in front of your potential employers? As you may know, Japan places […]

The next JLPT will be held on December 2022. Ready to apply? Here’s a guide on how to reguster for the JLPT online.