Many people dream about leaving the place where they were born or currently live and pursuing a life abroad. Usually, such dreams involve not some random country, but one that seemingly calls to a ...

Since moving from the US to Japan years ago, I've come across countless cultural differences. Japan has some really nice public restrooms and spaces for children and mothers. It's been tough to adjust ...

It’s no secret that Japanese employees don’t aim for managerial positions. This isn’t limited to a specific generation like Millennials or Gen0Z. According to a poll, 77% of Japanese workers claim ...

In February 2023, a snowy town in Fukui suddenly made news headlines. The government of Ikeda Town had published "The 7 Rules of Life in Ikeda" in its promotional pamphlet, and these rules laid down ...

A neurosurgeon reveals Japan's exceptional longevity stems not just from diet, but from daily habits. Consistent routines, mindful eating with smaller portions, integrated physical activity, and ...

Japan is still coping with the aftermath of a powerful earthquake earlier this month. With its history of natural disasters, Japan is one of the countries best prepared for emergencies. A ...

Japan's government wants young people to drink more alcohol in an effort to reverse declining sales, which it has blamed on demographic changes in the far-Eastern nation. The "Saka Viva!" campaign, ...

This is an updated version of a story first published on April 27, 2025. The original video can be viewed here. The world's population may have recently exceeded eight billion, but it's a deceptive ...

The Japanese government's policy of increasing financial subsidies for families to have a baby has a long history. It is of course an attempt to address the country's extremely low birth rate and ...

SUZU, Japan — A series of powerful earthquakes that hit western Japan left at least 62 people dead Wednesday, as rescue workers fought to save those feared trapped under the rubble of collapsed ...

On June 10, Reuters reported that Japan’s economy shrank a revised 1.8% annualized, less than the previously estimated 2% contraction in the first quarter of 2024. The less-than-expected decline ...

Wajima, Japan — Thousands of people made homeless in an instant by the powerful earthquake in western Japan were still living in weariness and uncertainty Monday a week after the temblor struck and ...