America used to be the archetypal "soft power" country, but sushi, anime and a different way of life place it in the land of ...

I spent a year teaching English in Japan. The experience was thrilling and a total culture shock. Living in Japan as an American is a 24-hour immersive learning experience. I returned to the US for my ...

Japan is often idealized as a land of impeccable service, beautiful traditions, and safety, leading many travelers to dream of living there long‑term. Countless blogs, social posts, and travel stories ...

Many people dream about leaving the place where they were born or currently live and pursuing a life abroad. Usually, such dreams involve not some random country, but one that seemingly calls to a ...

From affordable living costs to cultural richness, discover how far your money might go if exploring Japan and what it means to be wealthy in the land of the rising sun. Japan is a fascinating ...

In 2005, my family moved to Japan when my then-husband was stationed there. I look back fondly on the relaxing onsens, vibrant cherry blossom celebrations, and delicious food. We only lived abroad for ...

While working as a teacher in Atlanta, Georgia, Lexi Smith, 24, found herself dreaming of seeing more of the world and living a simpler life. "I wasn't quite loving the school system from having an ...

Managing money in Japan isn’t difficult because the concepts are new; it’s difficult because the rules change the moment you cross a border. A strong salary in yen doesn’t guarantee long-term security ...