9月 18, 2019
How to Get Off the Beaten Path in Japan
In the age of mass tourism, going off the beaten path comes with the promise of truly unique experiences. To get to them while living in Japan, an adjustment of perspective and some goal-setting......
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Getting a Mobile Phone in Japan – Long and Short-term Options
Staying connected is vital today, whether you’re in Japan short-term or long-term. This article shows you the different options for getting a working phone in Japan. Main mobile carriers Japan has three major mobile...
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Japan’s Hell is made of Two-Year Contracts
Living in Japan can come with hidden costs, many of them caused by the country’s obsession with 2-year contracts. Whether you rent an apartment or get a phone contract, chances are you will be...
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Garbage in Japan: A Guide
Japan is known for its complex system for trash collection and disposal. But don’t despair! After reading this guide, you will be ready for properly handling your garbage here. Where does the trash go?...
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All about the Working Holiday Visa
For anyone who wants to live in Japan or simply loves to travel leisurely, the working holiday visa is a dream come true. Normally, a lot of bureaucracy and costs, like tuition fees for...
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Working Holiday in Japan Guide
A Working Holiday is an uncomplicated and exciting way to experience a foreign country. Have you always wanted to live in Japan for a while? Then find out more about how to spend a...
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How to Get a Student Visa for Japan
Whether you want to go to university or language school, if you want to study in Japan, chances are you will need a student visa. This guide takes you through application process step-by-step. First,...
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The right visa for your stay in Japan
Understand the visa options for Japan once and for all. 28 different visa can be confusing at first sight, but many of them cover special cases you don’t need to concern yourself with. Visa...
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Credit Cards in Japan and How to Get One
Japanese credit cards are notoriously hard to get for foreigners but there are alternatives. From credit cards that are easy to apply for to prepaid credit cards at the convenience store, there are various...
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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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Difference between Visa and Status of Residence
Visa and Status of Residence are often used interchangeably, but they are two very different things. Visa In most cases, people talk about visas. A visa to travel to a foreign country, a visa...
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