Law & Crime
With New Regulations, Japan Cracks Down on Elderly Drivers
This year, elderly drivers in Japan over age 75 with traffic violations must meet new requirements if they want to stay on…
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Law & Crime
Living in Japan
Yuzu Baths for Warding Off Colds (and Evil Spirits!)
Yuzu is a popular winter citrus fruit for more than its taste. Learn about the origin and benefits of relaxing yuzu baths!
Food
Osechi Ryori: History, Meanings, and How to Prepare
Osechi ryori is Japan's traditional New Year's cuisine. How did this tradition begin, and what do all the different foods symbolize?
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The Japanese Rice Cooker: A History of Trials and Errors
Learn what led to the development of the Japanese rice cooker and how it found a home in just about every Japanese…
Business and Economy
Hikidashi-ya: The Shady Business Disguised As Hikikomori Rehabilitation Centers
Hikidashi-ya are self-proclaimed hikikomori “rehabilitation facilities” that claim to be able to treat social withdrawal in children and adults as well as…
Japanese Language
JLPT Exam: Should You Cram for It?
Should you cram for the JLPT exam? A guide on when to cram, when not to cram, and how to do it…
Food
Pocky Day: Celebrating Japan’s Record-Setting Snack
Pocky is one of Japan's most famous and beloved snacks. It even has a national holiday. Here's how 11/11 became Pocky Day.
Japanese Language
Pass the JLPT! Taking a JLPT Practice Test
On my first practice test, I would've automatically failed, simply because I couldn't finish the test. It was what I did next…