What to Do When You're Sick in Japan
Find out how surgical masks, Pocari Sweat, 'okayu,' doctors, and Japan’s National Health Insurance fit into the mix!
6 Things You Should Know About Japanese Snow
There are a few unique things about Japanese snow.
How Japan Deals with Digestive Problems
Even the land of the rising sun occasionally has stomach problems. Between the language barrier and the sheer amount of medicines available, such delicate situations can be a lot to digest. We're here to help!
8 Free Things to Do on a Rainy Day in Tokyo
When it rains in Tokyo, it rains a lot. We've found eight unique ways to spend an entertaining rainy day in the metropolis.
6 Cool Japanese Words for Snow
Japan has more than 100 ways to describe snow. Here are six of the most interesting varieties!
25 Things to Do (and Chew) in Tokyo
Self-described foodie Mark Wiens goes the distance in this entertaining video—and unlike many similar lists, this one features a number of attractions that won’t cost a single yen.
Tokyo's Top 5 Club Events on New Year's Eve
If you're in Tokyo on NYE and don't want to miss out on the city's 2016 club celebrations, All About Japan's got you covered!
5 Vital Temple & Shrine Etiquette Tips
Temples & Shrines Life in Japan
While going to a temple or shrine simply to observe is satisfactory on its own, it's well worth learning how to fully participate to get the most out of the experience.
Chase Away the Winter Blues in Okinawa
While better known as a summer destination, sunny Okinawa has lots to offer travelers seeking an offbeat winter vacation in the sun.
How to Make it to the Office the Day After
We all like to eat and drink endlessly, but nobody likes a stomachache or a hangover. Here are four Japanese tricks for beating the post-party blaaaaghs.
How to Choose a Geisha Experience in Kyoto
From private dinners with maiko to evening walks to catch a glimpse of the famous entertainers, get the lowdown on the various ways you can meet Kyoto's renowned geisha!
Tokyo's Top 10 Drinking Districts
Tokyoites rank the best drinking districts for experiencing the 'real' Tokyo.
Love Knows No Boundaries
Equal Wedding Japan offers traditional Japanese wedding ceremonies to all nationalities, genders, and sexual orientations in locations like on a Noh stage or in a samurai village.
5 Skin Care Products Japanese Celebrities Love
This is what some Japanese celebrities are doing to take care of their skin!
7 Reasons to Experience New Year's in Japan
After the romance from Christmas Eve has settled, Japan turns to the New Year's holiday as a time of family reunions and traditions that you won't want to miss!
Japan’s Top Cold Medicines
Never miss a day of work with these in your medicine cabinet!
Spoil Yourself with New Year's Mystery Bags
If you’ve ever visited Japan or Japanese online shops around New Year's, you’re bound to have seen some mysterious bags called 'fukuburo' appearing on the shelves. Read on to find out how to get the most out of them!
Don't Fall into this Miscommunication Loop!
Learn how to avoid this common misunderstanding between Japanese and English by learning about situations where "yes" means "no."
Spend the Night at the Bat Cave Apartment
Loaded with Batman paraphernalia, we imagine this is where Bruce Wayne would stay if he were to fly over to Japan's capital on the Batjet.
