Renewing a Working Visa in Japan
Today is one of those days... The day most expats in Japan dread almost as much as going to the Doctor or Dentist. At...
Big in Japan – John Baumlin
It's not easy following your passions and becoming successful at turning them into your profession. A pipe dream for many, but a reality for...
Undokai and Anarchism
If you are a parent in Japan and you have attended your child's undokai (運動会) or school sports day, then guess what: You're an...
5 signs that Japan is becoming a giant nursing home
With the birthrate at an all time low, and marriage rates plummeting as well, many are predicting that Japan may soon become a gerontocracy....
The Gift of a Memory in Japanese Culture
In Japan, there is a special importance placed upon recollections. It is intriguing that they are often given like presents. However, since...
Big in Japan
Is it even possible? With Japanese companies notoriously difficult to get into for foreigners, and the inherently slow rate of adoption of new ideas...
Chris Evans’ Directorial Debut Becomes Available In Japan
Known mostly for his portrayal of Captain America (which is breaking box office records with "Civil War" right now), Chris Evans has fought his...
On Shaky Ground
I still remember it very clearly... I was sitting in my apartment, working on the computer, when I felt a gentle swaying. I thought...
Mountain Day in Japan
Today marks the first official “Mountain Day”, a new public holiday in Japan, to celebrate and give reverence to….you guessed it…. mountains! This is...
Traveling On The Cheap in Japan
The Seishin 18 Kippu
Japan undoubtedly has one of the best transportation Networks in the World. Fast, efficient, friendly service, and reliable, are some of...
