2月 19, 2019
Living Expenses in Japan and Saving Tips
Japan’s busy capital is attracting many people, but high living expenses can test one’s enthusiasm to settle down in Tokyo. To help you manage your finances this article tells you how much money you......
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100 Yen Shop Guide – Smart Shopping for your Life in Japan
For foreigners and Japanese alike, 100 Yen shops are the go-to place when it comes to small household and DIY tasks. 100 Shops and where to find them 100 shops are probably the next...
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Guide to getting your Internet plan for Japan
So you are in Japan but what are your options to stay connected? Take a look at our guide to find out to find out about available options and how to make budget-friendly choices...
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Cheap Furniture for your Apartment in Japan
Apartments are great. The cost to furnish one is less so. Even the bare minimum of furniture – bed, closet, table, fridge, washing machine – can quickly cost you 20,000 Yen or more a...
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Rent Cost in Tokyo – The Ultimate Guide
Living in Tokyo can be expensive, but it doesn’t have to be. Monthly rent often leaves the biggest hole in your finances, so today let’s take a look at budget living options in Japan....
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Quick Guide to Japanese Health Insurance
Health Insurance while working in Japan Japan has a strong public health insurance system that offers good coverage to everyone. At first hard to understand, it is surprisingly easy to use. Insurance Types・Cost・Coverage・Join Health...
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Moving to Japan – Packing Checklist!
Ready to start your life in Japan! But what to take with you? While some things like your passport are essentials, there are things you can easily get directly in Japan. We made a...
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Hanabi Festival- what’s special about Japanese fireworks
Dating back to the 18th century – Hanabi festivals – Japan’s tradition of summer fireworks now are more popular than ever. We all have our fireworks events back home, be it for special holidays...
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Japan’s most popular sport – is soccer the new baseball?
It is time to take a closer look at sports in Japan. When thinking of the most popular sport in Japan the first thing that comes to mind is baseball, isn’t it? But asking...
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How to stay safe during an earthquake
Most earthquakes in Japan are minor and so frequent, with 1500 per year, that most people just go on with their everyday life. Unfortunately, ever so often a strong earthquake hits. To stay safe...
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Japan’s Humid Summers: A Survival Guide
Once the rainy season starts, Japan is engulfed in a wave of heat and humidity. The air feels heavy, and life without air conditioning becomes almost impossible. In this article, we give you some...
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What you need to know about Golden Week
Golden Week, the time when everyone in Japan goes on vacation, hotels are booked out. Large crowds of travelers seem to be the general image of this Japanese holiday season between late April and...
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How to make friends in Japan
I came to Japan without knowing anyone here. To make Japanese friends I attended many professional events, joined various social groups, and went on a lot of trips. Luckily enough, I managed to extend...
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How to open an account at Shinsei Bank
You just arrived in Japan and intend to stay for at least one year, or you have been here for a while but will soon start working? Then you may need to open a...
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Apartment, Share House and Co. – Housing in Japan
Looking for a place? Depending on your preferences and budget there are plenty of accommodation options. If you want to live on your own, you will likely look for a マンション (mansion) or an...
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