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.

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 ...

Visit Fukushima beyond the headlines. From Namie yakisoba to coastal towns like Futaba, discover a region slowly rebuilding.

You’ve likely seen headlines about “free” or cheaply available abandoned homes in Japan over the years. Akiya (空き家) are abandoned or unoccupied houses. In 2023, out of roughly 64.2 million homes ...

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 ...

Japan ranks among the safest countries in the world, but not all threats are obvious. Some of the biggest risks come disguised as opportunities. In recent years, high-paying “part-time” jobs have ...

Can a castle be built overnight? The legend has it that Sunomata Castle in Gifu was built overnight to intimidate enemies of the lord Oda Nobunaga. Sunomata Castle (墨俣城), located close to Ogaki City ...

TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) is normally the first qualification that comes to mind and is used to teach English in countries where English isn’t the primary language. A qualification ...

With prices on the rise, everyone could use a little extra financial help. GaijinPot can help you save cash by showing you birthday freebies or even finding better work on GaijinPot Jobs—but we can’t ...

When searching for a new job in Japan, you might wonder how often you see conflict in Japanese companies. Open disagreements between supervisors and subordinates are generally rare in Japan due to the ...