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  • Traditional Japanese crafts: hand embroidering

    Preserving Japan’s Three-Dimensional Arts: Hagoita, Edo Shishu and the Shamisen

    • June 12, 2026

    Discover the master artisans preserving Japan’s endangered three-dimensional crafts, from Oshie Hagoita and Edo Shishu embroidery to the traditional Shamisen.
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  • 2026 CWAJ scholars

    More Than Scholarships: How CWAJ Empowers Women to Shape the World

    • June 10, 2026

    Discover how the College Women’s Association of Japan (CWAJ) empowers women and visually impaired individuals to shape the future through their scholarship programs for 2026.
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  • Keio University Center for Preventive Medicine staff

    The Beauty of Longevity: Care at the Keio University Center for Preventive Medicine

    • June 9, 2026

    Discover optimal aging with the Keio University Center for Preventive Medicine in Tokyo. Explore English-friendly executive health checks in Azabudai Hills.
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  • Tochigi Prefecture Women’s Prison in Japan

    Tochigi Women’s Prison Home to Japan’s Hidden Social Crises—and Pampered Inmates

    • June 8, 2026

    Discover how Tochigi Women’s Prison has become a symbol of Japan’s aging crisis, where poverty and social isolation drive elderly women to seek refuge behind bars.
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  • Tokyo skyline and property investment charts

    Tokyo Property Investment: How to Maximize Rental Yield in 2026

    • June 5, 2026

    Japan’s weak yen and stable demand make Tokyo real estate look incredibly attractive on paper. But what catches out many foreign investors is the unexpected gap between owning a property and actually running it well. We sat down with Tsuyoshi Hikichi of Axios Management to break down the most expensive mistakes foreign buyers make—and how to build a 10-year cash flow strategy that actually works.
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  • Koishikawa Koraku-en in central Tokyo

    Guide to the Best Japanese Gardens in Tokyo

    • June 3, 2026

    Discover the best Japanese gardens in Tokyo. Escape the city’s hustle with our complete guide to historic, serene spots like Rikugi-en and Kiyosumi Gardens.
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  • A man looking at buildings in Shinjuku, Tokyo with aspirations to work in Japan

    New Humanities Visa Regulations in 2026

    • June 2, 2026

    Japan’s 2026 Humanities Visa rules now require JLPT N2 for specific roles. Learn how the ISA’s April updates impact your visa renewals and job changes.
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  • Foreign couple searching for a real estate investment in Tokyo

    Tokyo Real Estate Myths Debunked

    • June 1, 2026

    Do foreigners need permanent residency to buy property in Japan? We debunk Tokyo’s biggest real estate myths about visas, financing and hidden costs.
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  • Afra Rahman gives his review of Luxury Cruise Ship Explora I

    Life on the Water: Inside Afra Rahman’s Journey Aboard Explora I

    • May 29, 2026

    Join MAHA Group CEO Afra Rahman aboard the Explora I. Discover why this luxury vessel is redefining Mediterranean cruises with unmatched space and quiet elegance.
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  • Seiji Kameda, Japanese music producer and bassist, performing at the Hibiya Music Festival

    Hibiya Music Festival: Checking in with Seiji Kameda

    • May 27, 2026

    Discover the magic of the 2026 Hibiya Music Festival in Tokyo. Enjoy a free, “borderless” weekend of genre-spanning live performances from May 30-31.
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  • Group photo of SEGO Initiative April 2026 beach cleanup event

    Why SEGO Initiative’s Annual Beach Cleanup Is About Far More Than Picking Up Trash

    • May 26, 2026

    Discover why the SEGO Initiative’s annual Kanagawa beach cleanup is a powerful platform for ocean literacy, community connection, and corporate CSR
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  • Executive Fight Night charitable black tie event

    Inside Tokyo’s Executive Fight Night XIV: Meet the Fighters Boxing for Shine On! Kids

    • May 25, 2026

    Step inside Tokyo’s Executive Fight Night XIV at the Grand Hyatt. Meet the corporate executives stepping into the ring to support Shine On! Kids Japan.
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