Day: July 6, 2025

Everyone deserves a home. It’s hard to believe it’s been nearly four years since we purchased a house deep in the Japanese countryside for just one million yen (US$9,100 at…

Eleven locals showcase their idea of the most satisfying meal at one of Japan’s cheapest restaurants. If your stomach has decided to imitate a tiger, demanding to be satiated with…

Seiji’s stroll in Okutama takes a dark turn. With a fierce heat wave hitting east Japan, our Japanese-language reporter Seiji Nakazawa had the idea to flee to the coldest place…

Some 20-20 hindsight about wearing zero clothing. When caught acting inappropriately, it’s important to show remorse. Obviously, you can’t turn back the clock and undo what’s been done, but expressing…