Japonica

Japan’s healthiest spirit

The Reality of Chikan Targeting Minors

The journey inward begins when we step outward

An unplanned leap of faith

Resilience, dedication, and inner strength are beautiful values that taken to an extreme, can become destructive

How history, politics and culture shape supermarket spending

Discover how getting lost in Tokyo and Osaka helped me grow more independent

And why gambling addiction is so common here

I didn’t know about these before I went to Japan

Here’s What Locals Want You to Know

What is Kagoshima-ben and why can it be embarrassing?

Rare Nature, Rich History, and Warm-Hearted Islanders — A Destination That Will Captivate You

It was so different compared to job hunting in Indonesia

The conditions they placed on our marriage

Get ready to see a side of Japan you didn’t know existed

How children can change your outlook

Enjoy Tokyo’s no.1 most desirable place to live in before making the move

Japan has been thought of as lagging other countries in accessibility. Times have changed in a positive way.

Send us your stories on Japanese life and culture

Love of nature is at the heart of Shinto beliefs

4 bookstore gems that stand out for their unique experiences

I recently returned to Japan for the first time in 7 years and caught Takashi Murakami’s first big solo show in Japan in over 7 years!

A guide to issues facing the mountain and tips for visitors

Maybe we should ask, “What can’t you buy in a Japanese vending machine?”