Japan is currently debating the political shift as Prime Minister Fumio Kishida prepares to resign. Key topics include Kishida’s legacy and the possible rise of Shigeru Ishiba. The Bank of Japan’s recent interest rate hike adds to the discussions, which reflect public interest in the nation’s economic policies and current events. In the political arena, … Read more
In Japan, when a train hits a person, it usually results in fatal injuries due to the train’s speed and weight. Quick medical assistance is essential. The incident can also cause psychological effects on witnesses. To prevent such tragedies, safety measures focus on public awareness and improving train track security. Rail safety in Japan is … Read more
If you do not use your Japan visa, it will expire on its validity date. Unused visas do not affect new applications unless you overstay. Enter Japan before the visa expires. Always include valid reasons when reapplying. Consult immigration for details to prevent penalties or potential bans. If your Japan visa has expired, reapplication becomes … Read more
After a divorce in Japan, the Immigration Office may revoke your spouse visa within six months. You can apply for a Long Term Resident visa if you have lived in Japan for five years or if you are raising a Japanese child. Understand these options before your visa is revoked to maintain your legal status. … Read more
Overstaying your visa in Japan can lead to deportation and a 5-year entry ban. Immigration authorities may question you, search your belongings, and confiscate any evidence of a visa violation. To avoid these serious penalties, it is crucial to follow your visa conditions closely. In addition to legal consequences, overstaying may lead to difficulties in … Read more
In 2013, Niall Horan faced a controversy in a hotel room in Japan. A fan claimed she heard him moan the name “Amy” during a private moment. This incident quickly spread on social media, especially on TikTok, igniting discussions about Niall Horan and the surprising situation involving his private life. The controversy surrounding this incident … Read more
On August 12, 1985, Japan Airlines Flight 123, a Boeing 747, suffered structural failure and cabin decompression shortly after takeoff. The plane struggled for 32 minutes before crashing near Mount Takamagahara, about 100 km from Tokyo. This tragic incident claimed 520 lives, marking it as the deadliest single-aircraft accident in history. Out of 524 people … Read more
During WWII, Americans in Japan faced serious dangers. After the Pearl Harbor attack on December 7, 1941, many were captured and endured tough conditions in labor camps. Meanwhile, rising tensions resulted in the internment of thousands of Japanese Americans in U.S. camps, impacting US-Japan relations significantly. Upon the attack on Pearl Harbor in December 1941, … Read more
To visit Japan, you need one of the following forms of identification: U.S. passport, foreign passport, Japanese passport, U.S. driver’s license, Japanese driver’s license, military ID, state ID, Green Card (alien resident card), U.S. government ID, or a Japanese residence card (Zairyu Card). While a visa is not required for short visits, travelers planning to … Read more
Japan was particularly worried about foreign ideas during the Tokugawa period. The government feared Christianity as a threat to political stability. After World War II, concerns about communism increased. They worried about its effects on Japan’s economic stability and how it might disrupt U.S.-Japan relations and Japan’s isolation policy. Western imperialism in the 19th century … Read more