Providing a safe refuge for children, post-COVID kodomo shokudo cafeterias have broadened their mission with community support. Our student reporter explains.
If you are internationally-minded with a competitive spirit, why not consider participating in the World Scholar's Cup with teams from 45 countries?
Student reporter Moa Maeda is a reminder of the power of youth in shaping the future of Japan as she takes on the 60-nation World Scholar's...
Student contributor Moa Maeda introduces the Yukigaya Chemical Industry and its newly-branded ethical sponges that are making a splash in the cosmetic industry.
A student journalist and JAPAN Forward contributor has outperformed thousands of competitors to qualify for the World Scholar's Cup finals at Yale University.
Do you love ice cream? Here are some of the classic Japanese convenience store ice creams that could be your next best go-to option, even in...
Stationery offerings include a surprising wealth of creative and affordable new products to celebrate the April beginning of Japan's school and business year.
Explore your creative side as you decorate postcards with upcycled flowers and learn to make plastic-free food wraps using beeswax.
Green and red, fragrant and sweet! There are so many opportunities to pick your own strawberries in Kanagawa. Here’s what we found.
The experience of making a hair donation was indeed meaningful and fun, though I must say I do not look my best in a short hairdo....
How would you like to meet your most beloved characters as they come alive and welcome you with open armsーlife-sized? These wonders are all over Japan!
Two junior high school students spend their spring break discovering the treasures of nearby Tokyo: their favorite pop culture, updated traditional sweets and special places with...
