A Cynics Guide to Visiting Japan
An insider's travel guide.
http://larabell.org/cynic.html

Access to Japan
Company directory.
http://www.keidanren.or.jp/A2J/

Accessible Japan
A travel guide to Japan for wheelchair users.
http://www.wakakoma.org/aj/

American Chamber of Commerce in Japan
The chamber helps to promote trade between the two economic powers.
http://www.accj.or.jp/

American Misconceptions About Japan FAQ
Some common myths about Japanese society and culture laid to rest.
http://www.faqs.org/faqs/japan/american-misconceptions/

A-Z of Tourism
Tips on local business and social etiquette.
http://www.a-zoftourism.com/travel-tip-869-c1-Japanese+Etiquette.htm

Bento.com
Gives you the lowdown on Japanese cuisine, as well as the best places to eat in Japan's major cities.
http://www.bento.com/

BootsnAll.com
Articles and monthly updates for independent travellers to Japan.
http://www.bootsnall.com/cgi-bin/gt/asiatravelguides/tokyo/index.shtml

Cabinet Office
The official website of the Japanese Government.
http://www.cao.go.jp/index-e.html

CIA - The World Factbook
Country profile.
http://www.cia.gov/cia/publications/factbook/geos/ja.html

Colonel Craig's Japan Links
Selected links.
http://www.isu.edu/~nickcrai/jpnlinx.html

Discovering Japan Through the Internet
Web links.
http://www.cybercypher.com/japan/

East & Southeast Asia
Japanese history links.
http://newton.uor.edu/Departments&Programs/AsianStudiesDept/japan-history.html

Edutraveller.com
Information about the Japanese education system, tourism, regions and history, as well as chat rooms and a bulletin board.
http://www.edutraveller.com/

Embassy of Japan Washington DC
An official source of information about the land and its people.
http://www.us.emb-japan.go.jp/english/html/index.htm

Experience Tokyo
Experience the real Japan in the company of local artisans and craftsmen.
http://j-experience.com/

Explore Japan
Explore Japanese art, culture, food and gardens.
http://www.explorejapan.com/

Favourite Gateways in Rural Japan
A guide to rural Japan.
http://ease.com/~randyj/rjjapani.htm

Frangipani.com
Photoblog of life in Tokyo, and Japan, as seen through the lens of an Australian amateur photographer living in Central Tokyo.
http://www.frangipani.info/

Gaijin Hotline
Message board for foreigners living in Japan.
http://www.asahi-net.or.jp/~pb7a-prcf/

Gaijin Pot.com
Are you a foreigner looking for work in Japan?
http://www.gaijinpot.com/

Gary's Japan Pages
From social ills to social thrills and more, you will find it here in images and text.
http://www.japanuslink.com/japanpages/

Global Gourmet
Online guide to Japanese food and drink.
http://www.globalgourmet.com/destinations/japan/

Global Window
A business traveller's guide to Japan.
http://www.anderson.ucla.edu/research/japan/

H.I.S Experience Japan
Become a sumo wrestler, Samurai, classical dancer or sushi cook for a day.
http://j-experience.com/

Imperial Household Agency
The official homepage of the Japanese monarchy.
http://www.kunaicho.go.jp/eindex.html

Impressions of Japan
Online picture gallery.
http://www.japannet.de/japan/japan.html

Inside Japan Tours
Sells Japan Rail Passes online.
http://www.insidejapantours.com/

Insight Guides
Country details for tourists.
http://www.insightguides.com/insight/iguides_details.asp?doc=JAP001&TAG=&CID=

Izu
A guide to Japanese holidays and other celebrated days.
http://www.geocities.com/Tokyo/Ginza/8930/Izu/index.html

Japan - A Country Study
Academic links.
http://lcweb2.loc.gov/frd/cs/jptoc.html

Japan - The Basics
Practical travel tips.
http://www.accomasia.com/japan/basics.htm

Japan-Guide.com
Provides an overview of the country's history right up to the modern era.
http://www.japan-guide.com/e/e641.html

Japan
The homepage of the Japan National Tourist Organization.
http://www.jnto.go.jp/

Japan Airlines
The country's national carrier.
http://www.jal.co.jp/en/

Japan Atlas
Regional travel guide.
http://jin.jcic.or.jp/atlas/

Japan External Trade Organization
Find out more about the advantages of doing business in Japan at this official investment website.
http://www.investjapan.org/
http://www.jetro.go.jp/en/invest/

Japan Government 2000
Facts and figures about the "Land of the Rising Sun".
http://www.photius.com/wfb2000/countries/japan/japan_introduction.html

Japan Guide
Japan's history in brief.
http://www.japan-guide.com/e/e641.html

Japan Guide.com
Covers everything from business cards to toilets.
http://www.japan-guide.com/e/e622.html

Japan Home Search
A searchable database of information on available houses, apartments and short-term, furnished apartments in Tokyo, Osaka and Nagoya. The site also offers lots of useful links and general information.
http://www.japanhomesearch.com/

Japan Home Search
Plan your train journey with this handy little online tool.
http://www.japanhomesearch.com/travelexpert/te_main.asp

Japan Information Network
Directory of Japanese web links.
http://www.jinjapan.org/jin-index.html

Japan Information Resource Center
More useful links.
http://www.konrad.ws/jp.html

Japan Jobs Guide
All the help and information you need to look for a job in Japan.
http://www.japanjobsguide.com/

Japan National Tourist Organization
A guide to Japanese culture and society.
http://www.jnto.go.jp/eng/illustrated/index.html

Japan Online
Arts and culture links.
http://www.asiadragons.com/japan/arts_and_culture/

Japan Online
Japanese political and government web links.
http://www.asiadragons.com/japan/government_and_politics/

Japan Online
Selected tourism links.
http://www.asiadragons.com/japan/travel/

Japan Rail Pass.net
Save time, money and hassle by purchasing a Japan Rail Pass.
http://www.japanrailpass.net/

Japan Railways
Provides details of routes, schedules and fares for trains, buses and airport shuttles across Japan.
http://www.japanrail.com/2_rail/

Japan Search Info
Search engine.
http://www.japansearch.info/

Japan Sightseeing Guide
Covers everything from amusement parks to pop culture.
http://www.admillion.com/j-guide/

Japan Today
A detailed look at contemporary Japan.
http://jin.jcic.or.jp/today/

Japan Today
Online English language news and information forum devoted to all things Japanese.
http://www.japantoday.com/

Japan Visitor
Information on Japan for the benefit of tourists and residents alike.
http://japanvisitor.com/

Japan Web Navigator
Online directory of links ordered by subject category.
http://www.jinjapan.org/navi/index.html

Japan Zone
Culture and travel guide.
http://www.japan-zone.com/

Japan.co.jp
Searchable directory of web links.
http://www.japan.co.jp/top.php

Japanese Kimono
Learn more about the national costume of Japan.
http://www.japanesekimono.com/

Japanese Manners and Etiquette
As the title states.
http://www.geocities.com/japanfaq/FAQ-Manners.html

Japanese Railways Page
Unofficial tips on travelling around Japan by train.
http://www.geocities.com/leinsd/tips.html

JTB International
Information for anyone planning to hold or attend a symposium, conference, event or exhibition in the country.
http://www.jtb.co.jp/eng/index.html

Kaisha Society
Forum for global professionals living and working in Tokyo.
http://www.kaisha.gol.com/

Kansai Scene
A monthly, bilingual, free magazine packed with articles, reviews, listings and classifieds for both the resident and visitor to the Kansai region.
http://www.kansaiscene.com/

Kyoto Sights & Nights
Geisha tours in the city of Kyoto, Japan's ancient capital.
http://www.kyotosightsandnights.com/

Lonely Planet
Trip planner.
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/destinations/north_east_asia/japan/

Ministry of Economy, Trade & Industry
The homepage of the government ministry that guides Japan Inc.
http://www.meti.go.jp/english/index.html

Mizuho Securities Co, Ltd
Directory of Japanese government ministries and agencies.
http://www.mizuho-sc.com/english/ebond/government.html

Moshix2.net
Search engine and web directory.
http://www.moshix2.net/

Mumu Travel Tips in Japan
Survival guide for visitors to Japan that covers such practicalities as food, money and culture.
http://www.pricechecktokyo.com/

Museum Information Japan
Museum links.
http://www.dnp.co.jp/museum/icc-e.html

Nakai Immigration Services
Japanese visa and immigration procedures explained. Please note, this is not an official source of information.
http://www.tokyovisa.co.jp/

Name Exchange
Convert your name into Japanese characters.
http://www.hartnett.eclipse.co.uk//

Name Exchange
Kanji, the Japanese script, explained.
http://www.hartnett.eclipse.co.uk/terms.html

News on Japan
Daily Japanese news bulletins gathered from various sources.
http://www.newsonjapan.com/

Nihongo.org
An online guide to Japanese culture and customs for non-residents.
http://www.nihongo.org/english/

Office Ladies and the Freedom of the Discriminated
A look at a woman's lot in the Japanese workplace.
http://www.nichibei.org/je/ogasawara.html

Outdoor Japan
Your guide to adventure travel and the outdoors in Japan.
http://www.outdoorjapan.com/

Planet Tokyo
Guides you through the urban culture shock that is modern day Tokyo.
http://www.planettokyo.com/

Price Check Tokyo
An unofficial price list of everyday items in Tokyo.
http://www.pricechecktokyo.com/

Randy's Japan Page
A personal interest guide to Japan.
http://ease.com/~randyj/japan.htm#getaway

Rising Sun Directory
Trip planner.
http://www.rsdjapan.com/

Roger & Marilyn's Photo Tour of Tokyo, Japan
Pictures of the city, along with bags of advice on everything from the cost of living to local etiquette.
http://www.artisandevelopers.com/web/tokyo/

Samurai History Papers
Newsletter focusing on the history and culture of the great men of the Meiji Restoration.
http://ridgebackpress.com/

Schauweckers Guide to Japan
Detailed country portal for foreigners seeking information about the Land of the Rising Sun.
http://www.japan-guide.com/

Shiki Geisha Makeover Studio
Runs studios in Tokyo and Kyoto where you can dress-up and be made-up to look like a traditional Japanese geisha girl.
http://www.maiko-henshin.com/

Snow Japan
Online guide to winter sports in Japan.
http://www.snowjapan.com/

So You Want to be a Hostess
Background information on life as a bar hostess in Japan.
http://akasenkuiki.homestead.com/files/hostess.html

Statistics Bureau and Statistics Center
Japanese statistics courtesy of an official source.
http://www.stat.go.jp/english/index.htm

Success Stories Japan
Online guide to golf courses in Japan.
http://www.japangolfcourses.com/home.htm

The Imperial Family of Japan
Links and information about the Japanese Royal household.
http://www.geocities.com/Tokyo/Temple/3953/

The Japan FAQ: Know Before you Go
Practical tips for anyone planning to visit or move to the country.
http://thejapanfaq.cjb.net/

The Nations Online Project
A country profile that covers topics such as official websites, statistics, maps, news, business, economy, education and more.
http://www.nationsonline.org/oneworld/japan.htm

The Quirky Japan Homepage
A guide to Japan for those who like to go off the beaten track.
http://www3.tky.3web.ne.jp/~edjacob/index.html

Tohoku University School of Law
Links to Japanese law resources.
http://www.law.tohoku.ac.jp/tohokulaw2.html

Tokyo Times
A local English language blog.
http://www.tokyotimes.org/

Tokyo Tourism Info
A website operated by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government.
http://www.tourism.metro.tokyo.jp/

Tokyo with Kids
Information and advice for people with kids who are either visiting or living Japan.
http://www.tokyowithkids.com/

Travel Japan for Kids
An introduction to Japan aimed at little travellers.
http://www.geocities.com/traveljapaneasily/jpkid.html

Travelling Cheaply to and in Japan
Budget travel guide to Japan.
http://www.math.gatech.edu/~monteneg/Japan/travel.html

University of Texas
Academic links.
http://asnic.utexas.edu/asnic/countries/japan/

Web Japan
Links on a wide range of topics including travel, technology, food, culture, society, politics, economics and geography.
http://web-jpn.org/index.html

Weekender Online
Japan's forum for foreigners since 1970.
http://www.weekender.co.jp/

Welcome to Japan
An online travel guide to Japan and its major cities.
http://www.math.gatech.edu/~monteneg/Japan/travel.html

Yamada Language Center
Japanese culture and language links.
http://babel.uoregon.edu/yamada/guides/japanese.html

Yokoso Japan
Japan travel planner.
http://www.japanwelcomesyou.com/

Yoshinori Watabe's Photo Gallery
Take a photo tour of Japan.
http://comet.tamacc.chuo-u.ac.jp/photo/PHOTO

You Know What?
The website offers short sketches of life in Japan as seen through non-Japanese eyes, and of American life through non-American eyes.
http://www.nichibei.org/ykw/index.html