Hoping for a Japanese society in which all of its members can shine
Black Eye columnist Baye McNeil opens the new year with an email from a reader that illustrates the importance of language in dealing with multiracial individuals.
Remain calm when stopped by the police in Japan
Non-Japanese residents face a pretty high chance of being randomly stopped by the police. Make sure you know your rights ahead of time.
Once upon a time ... in Azabu Juban
Police harassment is a fact of life for some people in Japan, which makes the occasional flash of progress all the more rewarding.
How my local Japanese supermarket killed 'Methuselah'
We all try to do our part for the environment, William Lang's contribution was "Methuselah," his trusty (and banged up) reusable shopping bag.
Christmas on Happy Road: The Passion of the Franz
Christmas on Happy Road: Green inferno
Christmas on Happy Road: Mystery Trains
Christmas on Happy Road: Escape from Shibuya
It's time for Japanese universities to emerge as global brands
Tokyo's cops choreograph a Halloween 'spooktacular'
Living in Japan during a time of climate crisis
Substantial action needs to take place in order to deal with the environmental problems on our planet. Still, don't discount the little things you can do just yet.
Carlos Ghosn and the 99.9% who don't escape Japan
The Reiwa Daijosai: Pomp, circumstance and litigation
Uighurs living in Kansai try to deal with the stress of a crisis back home
Building bridges with Islam at Tokyo Camii
Tackling writer's block at the Japan Writers Conference
This handsome fellow is William and he's all dog! He's been described as a "big, boisterous ball of fun and energy." However, "super" is the word most often used to describe him. William is super-friendly, super-lively and super-affectionate — over all, he's just plain super! ...
A Japanese tradition to greet the new year
The push for change in the 2010s: The first step is recognizing the problem
With great knowledge comes a great chilled beer
Waves of change washed over the Seto Inland Sea during the 2010s
Building a home in Fukuoka one salsa step at a time
Are Japanese classes in the countryside cram school worth moving out of the city?
Why English translation needs the native touch
Japan is a country that prides itself on focusing on the smallest details, so why do incorrect English translations plague signage across the country?
Working with the Japanese at a senior level when you're a non-Japanese woman
Ditch the debate tactics when it comes to persuading Japanese colleagues on a course of action
Dealing with the 'boss from hell'? You could be getting 'power harassed'
How much Japanese-language skill do you need to work in Japan?
Plan your response before taking on passive prejudice at the office
Asking for a raise in a Japanese company
