Japan’s famous order depends on quiet, shared behaviors—many of which U.S. travelers unintentionally disrupt on their first ...

Japan is fine-tuning its travel rules in 2026, with changes spanning everything from transport payments to tax-free shopping.

If you're lucky enough to have visited Japan, you'll know that there are certain points of etiquette that everyone is expected to follow. Taking off your shoes when you enter someone's home is widely ...

Japan recently introduced a Digital Nomad Visa that allows foreigners from 49 countries to live in the country for six months. But before they pack their bags, they may want to read Japan's "Life and ...

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Japan has barred tourists from taking the Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) starting this year, as authorities introduce residency requirements aimed at improving administration and preventing ...