Slither into the spirit of the Year of the Snake with snake shrines in Japan! Discover shrines in Japan where snakes are ...

Green Co-op specializes in connecting consumers with producers. From meats, fish and produce to cosmetic goods and daily necessities, this non-profit organization values sustainable eating. One of the ...

After my first couple of hours in a Japanese hospital, I started to feel like I was in prison—a prison where everyone was friendly and polite and always said “please” when they gave you an order, but ...

Christmas is considered a regular working day here in Japan. All stores and offices operate just like they would on any other day. Since Christmas Day is not counted as a national holiday in Japan, ...

Attending a baseball game (or sumo match, boxing, etc.) in Japan is also a great way to blend in with the locals. The ...

Here’s a look at the Top 10 most read articles on GaijinPot in 2024. From Tokyo to Okinawa, we dig up the best local spots to travel to in Japan.

Finishing off our list of most read articles on GaijinPot in 2024 is our take on the worst train stations in Tokyo. The mega ...

If you’re looking to work in Japan, check back here each week as we review our database of top jobs posted to GaijinPot and showcase some of the most interesting ones. The Customer Care Specialist ...