Articles
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If it Looks and Tastes Like a Duck, it Must be Ibaraki’s Kamo Cuisine
• January 29, 2026
A winter journey through Ibaraki reveals a rich culinary heritage centered on wild Ibaraki duck, where traditional hunting practices meet refined regional cuisine. -
National Geographic’s Top Immersive Travel Adventures for 2026
• January 28, 2026
Japan earns two spots on National Geographic’s 2026 immersive travel list, highlighting forest bathing in the Kii Peninsula and cultural immersion through language learning in Okinawa. -
Japanese Furniture for Relaxation
• January 27, 2026
From iconic sofas to sustainable craftsmanship, Japanese furniture reveals how design, comfort and mental well-being quietly intersect. -
Why Expats in Japan Need a Licensed Financial Advisor
• January 26, 2026
For expats in Japan, working with a licensed financial advisor is essential to ensure regulatory protection, compliant advice, and long-term financial security. -
Premium Japanese Water for Fitness and Fine Spirits
• January 23, 2026
From home water servers to sake and whisky distilleries, premium Japanese water defines quality, flavor and wellness across Japan’s fitness and fine spirits culture. -
Best Neighborhoods for Expat Families in Tokyo and Yokohama
• January 22, 2026
From leafy Setagaya to international Minato and coastal Yokohama, these are the neighborhoods families choose for safety, schools, green space and community life. -
BBC Names Ishikawa Among 20 Best Places to Travel in 2026
• January 21, 2026
The BBC has named Ishikawa Prefecture among the world’s 20 best places to travel in 2026, highlighting its crafts, cuisine, and community-led recovery. -
KIWL Classic 2026: 4-Day Charity Cycling Tour in Wakayama
• January 20, 2026
The KIWL Classic 2026 returns with a four-day charity cycling tour through Wakayama, combining endurance riding, community spirit, and direct support for children in care. -
Investment Banking: Surge in 2026?
• January 19, 2026
Japan’s investment banking sector is accelerating into 2026 as global and domestic firms expand M&A, advisory services and cross-border dealmaking amid structural market reforms. -
High-End Fitness and Luxury Gyms in Japan: Where Expats Train in 2026
• January 16, 2026
From elite personal training studios to globally recognized gym brands and science-backed supplement providers, Japan’s high-end fitness landscape in 2026 offers something for every lifestyle. -
The Yen Loans & Axios Solution: Non-Resident Mortgages in Japan
• January 15, 2026
For years, overseas buyers were locked out of Japan’s property market due to strict residency requirements. A new partnership between Yen Loans and Axios is changing that—making non-resident mortgages in Japan faster, compliant and fully accessible for global investors and second-home buyers. -
World’s Happiest Workplaces: Global and Japan Winners
• January 14, 2026
WorkL’s World’s Happiest Workplaces 2026 reveals the global leaders in employee wellbeing. How do these results compare with Japan’s own workplace satisfaction benchmarks? From Accenture and Disney to Dentsu and Salesforce Japan, we explore how global and local standards of happiness at work align.