GaijinPot Meet 3: May Mexican Restaurant Mixer
Chat with other foreigners, swap stories with GaijinPot staff or just share a drink!
5 Places to Visit Important in Japanese History
Love the depth and drama of Japan’s long history? Check out this list of places to see some of the most defining moments in the co...
How to Experience Kendo (Japanese Sword Fighting) in Tokyo
Want to try something different on your next trip to Japan? Try kendo.
2023 Top Jobs in Japan Week 13
Sales, restaurant staff, manager and tour design in this week's Top Jobs in Japan!
5 Japanese Textbooks for Absolute Beginners
These five books will teach you the basics from grammar to vocabulary, taking you from the beginner plateau to soaring through int...
Step Into The Ring: A Basic Guide to Sumo Wrestling in Japan
Learn everything you need to know about sumo wrestling in Japan, from rules and traditions to tournament schedules and buying tick...
How Well do New Students Know Their Kanji and Japanese Slang?
Do they or don't they? Only one way to find out.
Apartment Hunting Do’s and Don’ts in Japan
How to find an apartment using Japanese agencies and snap it up.
2023 Top Jobs in Japan Week 14
Hospitality, marketing and tourism-related positions in this week's Top Jobs in Japan!
5 Songs from Ryuichi Sakamoto that Impacted Japanese Culture
Revisit the late composer's best-known works and discover what made him so beloved in his native country.
5 Places To See Buddhist and Shinto Syncretism In Japan
Buddhism and Shinto can combine in fascinating and astonishing ways. Here are five places to experience it for yourself.
Dine Like a Local: 5 Tips for Eating Out in Japan
To make the most of your dining experience, we've put together essential tips for eating at a restaurant in Japan—whether you’re a...
How to Use Pasmo or Suica with an iPhone for Commuting in Japan
Getting from point A to point B has never been easier.