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We know you're not trying to be a bad tourist, but everyone occasionally breaks one of these unspoken rules in Japan.

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Learn when travel insurance in Japan is essential, what it covers and how to protect yourself during your trip.

At some point, you’ll probably want a car to get around. Of course, there are always car rentals. But should you buy or lease ...

Japan’s southern island, Okinawa, almost feels like an extra character in The Karate Kid and its spin-off Netflix series, Cobra Kai.Mr. Miyagi’s love of the islands, the lore of its ancient fighting ...

If you engage in violent actions—even as an act of self-defense—you could face serious charges: Assault: If your actions do not result in injury, you may still be charged with assault, which carries ...

It’s not something anyone likes to think about, but if you’re living in Japan—especially alone—you might have wondered: What happens if I die in Japan? While it’s not the most cheerful topic, ...

Getting used to living in Japan occasionally means re-learning how to do basic, everyday tasks like grocery shopping. Sure, you can put your trust in Japanese supermarket memes to tell you where to ...

Many people don’t know or even think about inheritance laws until they are affected by them. They differ by country, and understanding inheritance laws in your native country can be challenging enough ...

Navigating earthquakes is a tricky part of living in Japan. In the average year, Japanese people are shaken around 1,500 times. While most of these are minor shakes, experts say Japan is due for a ...

Tattoos are far less common in Japan than in many other countries. According to a 2019 Ipsos survey, around 30% of people in the U.S. have at least one tattoo—a number that has steadily increased over ...