About Lighthouse Magazine – Seattle & Portland edition: Your Essential Guide to Life in the Northwest

Lighthouse Magazine – Seattle & Portland edition is the premier free Japanese-language magazine dedicated to supporting the Japanese community in Washington and Oregon. Our mission is to serve as a “lighthouse,” guiding and inspiring Japanese residents as they navigate their lives and pursue success in the United States.

Lighthouse Magazine covers all the essential information for Japanese people living in the US. Lighthouse content is based on three themes, “problem-solving,” “encouragement,” and “joy.”

What Lighthouse Offers

Lighthouse provides a wide range of high-quality content designed to enhance your daily life and keep you connected to both local and global communities:

Local News & Trends: Stay informed with the latest updates from the Seattle and Portland metro areas, including regional trends and community news.
Lifestyle & Practical Guides: We offer essential information for living in America, such as US tax details, governmental procedures, and frequently asked questions about local life.
Dining & Entertainment: Discover the best of the Northwest with our restaurant reviews, culinary columns, and guides to local events and travel.
Education & Inspiration: Some of our core columns feature deep dives into bilingual and global education, along with exclusive interviews with inspiring Japanese individuals making an impact in the Northwest.

How to Access Lighthouse Magazine

Lighthouse is available across multiple platforms, all free of charge, to suit your lifestyle:

Monthly Print Magazine

Published on the 1st Tuesday of every month, our magazine is distributed at over 130 locations throughout the Seattle and Portland areas, including Japanese grocery stores and community centers.

Digital Experience

Read our web magazine or download our mobile app (available for Apple and Android) to access the latest information anytime, anywhere.

Nationwide Reach: Fall & Spring Special Issues

In addition to our monthly local coverage, we publish a large-scale national edition twice a year to connect Japanese residents across the country.

Biannual Publication: Released every March and September, focusing on seasonal themes and comprehensive lifestyle guides.
Extensive Circulation: With 70,000 copies per issue, it is one of the most widely distributed Japanese publications in the US.
Wide Distribution: Beyond the Northwest, these special issues reach major cities throughout the United States, including the East Coast and Hawaii.

Whether you are a long-time resident or new to the area, Lighthouse is here to be your trusted source of information and inspiration in the Northwest.

Explore Our Regional Network

Lighthouse is part of a larger media network dedicated to serving Japanese communities across the United States. If you are looking for local information, job listings, or travel guides for other regions, please visit our sister editions:

Lighthouse California: Serving Los Angeles, San Diego, and the Bay Area with a monthly circulation of 60,000 copies.
Lighthouse Hawaii: Your essential guide to life and tourism in the islands, with 30,000 copies distributed monthly.