Teaching English in Japan after Japanese language school: a viable career?
Teaching English in Japan is often seen as a way to live and work in Japan without necessarily knowing a lot of Japanese. But actually knowing the language will dramatically improve your quality of life in Japan, as well as improve your chances of developing your teaching career, including helping you land jobs at universities
Tackling Tsugaru-ben: Japan’s most difficult dialect
When you visit Aomori prefecture, the northernmost prefecture on Japan’s main island (Honshū), especially in the Tsugaru area, you hear a dialect very different from the standard Japanese you would hear in Tokyo. The dialect is called Tsugaru-ben and is known to be one of the most difficult dialects for non-speakers to understand. Today, we
Japan’s Best Boutique and Luxury Hotels & Ryokans
The best hotels and ryokans in Japan range from charming traditional inns in the countryside, to stylish design hotels and…
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Is Japan Expensive?
One of the most common myths about Japan is that it’s incredibly pricey — but how expensive is Japan really?…
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Traveler’s Guide to the JR Pass (Is It Worth It?)
The Japan Rail Pass (or JR Pass, for short) can be a good way to get around Japan, but many…
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Japan’s Best Matsuri (Festivals)
Matsuri, festivals in Japan, are often spectacular, filled with color, exuberance, and tradition. Japan has perhaps more unique festivals than…
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Recommended Reading: Best Books (and Films) About Japan
Reading about Japan is one of the best ways to get excited for your trip, and we’ve put together a…
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Akita Winter Study Trip
Akita Winter Study Trip - Practice Japanese, explore rural Japan, engage with locals, and enjoy unique cultural activities, in a winter wonderland.
How Japanese language school terms work
If you’re thinking about studying Japanese in Japan, understanding how Japanese language school terms work is key to planning your move. There are generally four terms per year, which means four chances to start. But picking the right term can make all the difference, depending on your overall goals for studying in Japan. Read on
Celebrating beginnings with cherry blossoms in Japan
Spring may best be symbolized by sakura, or cherry blossoms, in Japan. Cherry blossoms also symbolize the beginning of the year for many, as the Japanese school year and fiscal year start in April, just when the sakura are in full bloom throughout the majority of the country. The Japanese place great value in the