Living in Japan

The Debate Around Japan’s Driver License Exchange Loophole is Tinged With Racism

Japan may make it tougher for foreigners to perform a driver's license exchange. Is the current debate driven by facts - or by fear?

Being harassed at your job? Afraid how your employer will react if you quit? This company in Japan is there to take the heat for you.

Some experts say a third release from the country's reserves might not have any effect and that prices will remain high until autumn.

Since a new chairman took the reins, parents say the environment has become increasingly hostile and "unsafe."

Of those who refused to communicate with someone in English, 76.5% said it was due to lack of confidence.

Want to live in Tokyo for cheap - but don't wanna live in the sticks? These spots will keep you connected while going easy on your wallet.

A Japanese politician says some foreigners are coming to Japan to get high-cost healthcare for free. The facts say otherwise.

There's less snow to shovel in Hokkaido than ever - but still enough that residents would make bank if paid for their removal efforts.

Japan's first-ever full-service wedding venue suddenly announced it's closing - and 180 couples are wondering what to do.