Though he still values his independence, this 5-year-old dog has learned to give and receive affection over the past year. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/02/04/our-lives/adoption-dogs-hokuto/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #dogsforadoption
A Japanese artist exhibiting at the Mori Art Museum talks about activism, teaching and queer feminist approaches to art. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/01/30/our-lives/mai-endo-multiple-spirits/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #art #japaneseart #contemporaryart #activism #moriartmuseum #lgtbq
jbz
boosted
After being rescued in poor health, this 10-year-old cat has made a complete turnaround. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/01/28/our-lives/adoption-cats-millie/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #catsforadoption
After being rescued in poor health, this 10-year-old cat has made a complete turnaround. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/01/28/our-lives/adoption-cats-millie/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #catsforadoption
“Laughing at ourselves is a good thing”: Roger Dahl, who has contributed cartoons and comics to The Japan Times since 1991, reflects on his creative journey while looking ahead to his next moves. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/01/26/our-lives/cartoonist-roger-dahl-farewell/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #rogerdahl #zerogravity #illustration #cartoons #expats
Ante up: A Japanese-Dominican programmer is making his dreams of community, collaboration and creativity a reality in the beach town of Fujisawa. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/01/23/our-lives/jose-imai-poker-alberto-fujisawa/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #smallbusinesses #hafu #kanagawa #cardgames #homeless
Ten-year-old Blossom came from difficult circumstances, but she has learned to open her heart again and will make a wonderful companion. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/01/21/our-lives/adoption-dogs-blossom/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #dogsforadoption
This 3-year-old Netherland dwarf rabbit will hop her way right into your heart. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/01/14/our-lives/adoption-rabbits-jaina/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #rabbitsforadoption
At 7 years old, this lovable dog is looking for a longtime loyal companion. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/01/07/our-lives/adoption-dogs-araki/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #dogsforadoption
The British School in Tokyo’s head of primary talks about the joys and travails of international education and her go-to spots to unwind in the city. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/01/06/our-lives/eleanor-loran-british-school-tokyo/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #education #internationalschools #children #students #expats
Inspiration, innovation and identity — our 20 Questions interviewees had lots to say about their chosen careers and the paths that led them here in 2025. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2025/12/27/our-lives/2025-end-of-year-20-questions-wrap/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #expats #livinginjapan #womensissues #japanesecrafts #shinto #anime #mixedrelationships #2025inreview
Weighing in at only 3 kilograms, this petite cat has a sweet aura and even a whiff of magic about her. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2025/12/18/our-lives/adoption-cats-emery/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives
A Tokyo-based pastor from California preaches tolerance and inclusivity and muses on history, coffee and vinyl records. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2025/12/12/our-lives/pastor-hector-herrera-tokyo-union-church/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #christmas #religion #expats #vinyl #coffee #spirituality
This handsome young dog, weighing in at 15 kilograms, will bring a warm and friendly presence to any household. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2025/12/04/our-lives/adoption-dogs-naruto/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #dogsforadoption
Hand-poured candles, a mountainside town in Hokkaido and a love story that began on a British Columbia farm. North Candles isn’t just a brand, it’s a whole life that Alex and Mami St-Jean built from scratch. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2025/11/28/our-lives/north-candles-alex-mami-st-jean/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #hokkaido #expats #smallbusinesses #canada #mixedrelationships
After an adjustment period, Kalimba has been showing her sweet and playful side. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2025/11/25/our-lives/adoption-cats-kalimba/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #catsforadoption
Meet the kebab man of Kawasaki who is serving up Turkish grilled meats to eager customers from his red food truck. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2025/11/21/our-lives/bilo-kebab-turkish-food-truck/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #expats #kawasaki #kanagawa #turkishcuisine #foodtruck
With a wellspring of affection for everyone she encounters, this 11-year-old dog will surely light up your life. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2025/11/19/our-lives/adoption-dogs-omochi/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #dogsforadoption
Proving himself to be an invaluable companion, the 16-year-old tuxedo cat has been resettled for good in his foster home. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2025/11/12/our-lives/bach-rehome/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #successfuladoptions
One man's trash is another man's art — meet the Tsukuba-based British artist crafting intricate sculptures out of aluminum cans. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2025/11/08/our-lives/jon-homewood-tsukuba-artist/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #expats #artists #waste #tsukuba #ibarakiprefecture