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If you've ever worked in Japan—or just watched a Japanese drama—you’ve probably noticed that work culture here is a little different. From the moment you ste...

Japan is famous for its meticulous culture, and that precision extends into its working world too. If you’re curious about what it’s really like to work at a...

Each year, the Brand Research Institute (ブランド総合研究所) releases a “Prefectural Attractiveness Ranking,” asking thousands of Japanese residents to rate ...

Every year, the Brand Research Institute (ブランド総合研究所) conducts the "Regional Brand Survey" (地域ブランド調査), asking tens of thousands of Japanese r...

I’ve traveled across Japan, but nothing compares to this place. The Ogasawara Islands are, without a doubt, my favorite destination. They're remote, peaceful...