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Need to apply for a visa in Japan? Learn processing times, factors affecting approval and tips to avoid delays and navigate the system.

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The average salary in Tokyo is ¥6.12 million. Does that ring true for you? Where do you fit in Japan's thriving capital?

You don’t need to pay for spirituality. Japanese cults often draw from ancient religious and philosophical traditions that have shaped the country’s history. Shinto, the indigenous religion, remained ...

Winter in Japan means the start of the dreaded flu season. Here are some options for over-the-counter Japanese medicines. We are now slowly heading into February, widely regarded by many as the ...