Celebrating Ramadan during a pandemic: ‘As Muslims in Japan, we have to make the vibes by ourselves’
This year, iftar meals were again a homebound affair for many Muslims in Japan, and what used to be grand, communal gatherings changed into much smaller celebrations.
Renting, building or renovating: tips to get the best roof over your head
If you plan to stay for a while in Japan, there are several routes you can take when it comes to finding a place to rest your head.
Japan’s undeterred housing market is full of opportunity for foreign residents
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused many foreign residents to think about what they want to do long-term in Japan. For some, buying property is the answer.
Some people may not mind a scaled-back Olympics
Nobody likes a pandemic, but some people may be a little relieved that they won't have to deal with larger crowds come the Olympics.
Moving house in a pandemic: The move isn’t the hardest part, the packing is
Moving house in a pandemic: As our 6-year-old got older, we realized it was time for an upgrade
So long, bus No. 99 from Shinagawa. Thanks for the memories.
I survived the March 11 tsunami. Here's what it taught me about the people of Tohoku.
Up for a chat? Clubhouse is proving helpful in sparking cross-cultural discussions with the locals
My summer vacation abroad: Family, friends and a vaccination
The idea of travel and reuniting with loved ones may be all the more tempting if you can get a COVID-19 vaccination while you're back in your home country.
Don’t stay silent on gender equality in Japan. Voice up!
The push to find real solutions to sexual harassment is ongoing, even in ‘safe’ Japan
Privacy or rehabilitation? How criminal records are treated in Japan
The pandemic is harming the mental health of women and youth in Japan. TELL wants to help.
Ten years on from 3/11, do you think you're ready for the 'Big One'?
Environmental activism is at the heart of Nagoya's international community
Susan Mercer’s 15-year quest to educate on pet adoption in Japan
Canadian Susan Mercer founded HEART Tokushima 15 years ago. Amid a rise in pet ownership due to the pandemic, she's asking people to get educated before committing to a new furry friend.
Martin Holman: A pioneer in Japan's puppet theater tradition
Blossom The Project starts a much-needed bilingual discussion on mental health in Japan
A summer of solidarity: Looking back on the Black Lives Matter marches in Japan
Pushing international dialogue over the airwaves of Hokkaido's FM G'Sky
‘We just have to work hard to make informed decisions and keep things moving’
When Hitoshi met Bob: A Tokyo love story
Living in Japan doesn't have to break the bank
Japan is often touted as an expensive place to live. With a high quality of living, national health system, vibrant cultural scene, admirable levels of education and safety — it’s not hard to understand some of the reasons why people want to call it ...
Five questions to ask yourself when considering a job change in Japan
My bank wants my residence card details to fight terrorism. Do I have to comply?
Double the disaster means extra preparation for your emergency kit
In Japan, gearing up for a new type of job market
How U.S. citizens in Japan can apply for coronavirus aid payments from home
