Oda Nobunaga was one of Japan’s most powerful warlords and a key figure in unifying the country. Learn about his life and lasting legacy.

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If you’re looking to work in Japan, check back here each week as we review our database of the top jobs in Japan posted to GaijinPot and showcase some of the most interesting ones. Kobe Motor Company ...

Located in Akihabara, WeLearn Community’s 80’s Cafe is a language cafe that invites learners to practice their Japanese in a ...

A viral Shibuya Crossing video has raised questions online. What is butsukari otoko and why are “Japan bumper” incidents ...

Check out our monthly event roundup for Tokyo for March 2026! Sakura season takes over the city, major art fairs land and temple festivals roll through historic neighborhoods. March in Tokyo means ...

Japan’s tax system is logical on paper, but easy to get wrong in practice—especially if you have side income, overseas assets or have recently moved. Common tax mistakes in Japan tend to show up right ...

Celebrate the Year of the Horse by visiting Japan’s horse-linked shrines, temples and scenic spots where legends still live. Next year, 2026, will be the year of the horse. And as with the years of ...

If only it were this easy. Before you look at apartments or price out flights, you need to figure out which visa you actually qualify for. Japan does not offer a “move here and figure it out later” ...

PokéPark Kanto opens in 2026 as the first Pokemon theme park in Japan. Located in Yomiuriland, it features outdoor zones based on the games. Japan is getting its first Pokémon theme park in 2026, and ...

I try not to judge tourists’ travel itineraries. I’m very humble like that. In a way, it’s kind of nice that all the tourists congregate in the same three places. Sure, it wrecks small towns and ...

Why you should get out of Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka: too crowded, too expensive and not what people think. Here’s where to go in Japan instead. We get it. You’ve got a week, a bucket list and a JR Pass ...