For an inventive twist on Japan’s beloved green tea, head to TOKYO NODE CAFE in Toranomon Hills, where tradition meets cutting-edge culinary creativity. From April 1, the café is offering a special ...

There’s something surreal about walking through Shibuya during Pride Week, past rainbow crosswalks and pride flags, only to remember that same-sex marriage is still not legal in Japan. It might ...

☆Spring Breeze Wine Party☆ (日本語は英語の下にございます) Event Salon is teaming up with Metropolis Japan again!! Join us for an elegant afternoon of wine, where the spring breeze gently embraces you on a beautiful ...

Societies have countless ways of drawing lines between who is considered an insider and who isn’t. Some are straightforward—citizenship, visas, legal status. Others are more subtle, and in that ...

In Japan, earthquake readiness is more than just a good idea—it’s a necessity. While that might sound a bit overwhelming, the good news is that getting ready doesn’t have to be scary. In fact, it can ...

The loss of a loved one is difficult even in the easiest of circumstances, but when you throw in things like language and cultural barriers, geographic distance, and bureaucracy, mental and emotional ...

Join us for an evening of impact and inspiration at the Asian University for Women (AUW) Fundraising Gala 2025. This annual event supports AUW, a leading institution in Bangladesh dedicated to ...

Junglia Okinawa, a new theme park located in northern Okinawa’s lush jungle, is set to open in July 2025—and it’s unlike anything the island has seen before. Located in the UNESCO-protected region of ...

Japan’s credit system can be confusing, and many foreign residents struggle to get their first credit card. This guide breaks down how Japan’s credit system works, introduces the two main credit ...

From cosmetic treatments to dental services to laser eye surgery, these clinics specially cater to foreign residents in Tokyo. Finding the right clinic can be a real challenge for foreign residents, ...

From sunscreen to aftercare, here are the best products for summer in Japan ...

Love, heartbreak and the untold tales of Japan’s queer community ...