Everyone loves Japan’s combini. Foreign tourists are enjoying their eat-in spaces too. But are tourists unfairly taking the blame for not following the country’s confusing eat-in rules?
What do tourists struggle with the most in Japan? A new survey by the Japanese government contains some intriguing answers.
Some Japanese service staff say they’re struggling to cope with visitors who don’t make any effort to find linguistic common ground.
Tokyo’s culinary scene is a magnet for tourists, but some eateries have truly captivated the hearts — and stomachs — of inbound travelers. One company broke down the numbers to find out what’s most popular among visitors in Shinjuku.
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