LIFESTYLE
Moving forward: The Gen-Z farmer growing Fukushima kiwis
A short drive from the Fukushima nuclear disaster site, novice farmer Takuya Har...
VR found to restore severe short-sightedness in Japanes...
It’s been suggested before that use of VR devices can have a positive effect on ...
A-bomb trees carrying on aging survivors' legacy as sil...
Looking at the leafy weeping willow standing on the banks of a serene river in H...
Tiny outdoor space? Turn it into an inviting retreat
Whether it’s a modest balcony, a pocket-size patio or a tiny backyard, small out...
In Japan, bobtail cats are considered good luck and Nag...
In Japan, bobtail cats are considered good luck and Nagasaki is the place to fin...
New bike laws in Japan take effect in 2026. What cyclis...
From commuting to work and picking up groceries to cycling Japan’s scenic nation...
Kampai with a local twist: Japan gets crafty with gin
Yudai Matsuzaki's idea to produce craft gin in a nation where shochu spirits and...
Everyday sounds you’ll hear in Japan (and what they mean)
Japan is often associated with iconic visuals — from the mighty Mount Fuji and K...
What not to do in Japan: Polite habits that can seem rude
Japan is famously polite. For foreign residents or visitors, this can be a cultu...
Japanese artist Takashi Murakami opens exhibit in Ohio ...
Japanese contemporary artist Takashi Murakami has never been limited to one medi...
Taste of Iceland Festival to be held in Tokyo on May 30-31
Taste of Iceland, a cultural festival, will be held in Tokyo on May 30-31. The f...
Japan’s Rental High School Student Project is more whol...
“Rental High School Student” might sound like a dubious extension of Japan’s ren...
Century-old Tokyo geisha festival revives dying art
The geishas glide with measured steps across a wooden stage, offering a glimpse ...
How to find lost items in Japan: Trains, shops and poli...
We’ve all had that sinking feeling, you reach for your keys, wallet, or worse, y...
Communication struggles in international marriages in J...
How humans understand their world is shaped by their environment and upbringing....
Dealing with a toxic workplace? Talk about it, write it...
One week into a new job, Lisa Grouette discovered something missing come Sunday ...
