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January 27, 2022

Setsubun: Ultimate Guide to Welcoming a New Season in Japan

Setsubun is the day before the beginning of spring (according to the old Japanese lunar calendar) when people chase away demons to welcome a new season. It usually falls around February 2, 3 or 4.

December 22, 2021

Share Your Opinions with the Immigration Agency of Japan

The Immigration Services Agency is now accepting opinions and feedback from all residents regarding the coexistence policies in order to realize a society of harmonious coexistence with foreign nationals. Click here to submit your suggestions towards Japan’s policymaking. Notice: You cannot use the Opinion Box for inquiries and consultations regarding immigration and residency procedures. Please contact one […]

December 14, 2021

Japanese Train Announcements (電車のアナウンス ): How to Understand The Meaning and Key Phrases

Have you ever wondered what Japanese train announcements actually mean? Check out our guide below to help you before traveling to Japan!

December 7, 2021

Guide to Omiyage in Japan (おみやげ): What is It And Where to Buy Them?

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Find out the best omiyage to buy for your next trip to Japan — and where to search for them. Sake-flavored Kit Kats and Tokyo Banana, anyone?

December 1, 2021

Dustin’s Hiking Diary: Coto Community Mt. Takao Hike | November 2021

On November 27, we gathered at Takaoguchi Station for a hiking trip to Mt. Takao. There were 16 of us. We did our first ice-breaking session, where we discover different people enjoyed different things after a hike. One student looked forward to an onsen (hot spring). Another can’t wait to get a drink. We were […]

November 22, 2021

How to Celebrate Thanksgiving in Japan: History and Favorite Thanksgiving Restaurants

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How and where to celebrate Thanksgiving this year — with our favorite restaurant recommendations!

November 9, 2021

How to Quit Your Job in Japan

What to say and how to do it right when you resign from your company — without burning any bridges.

November 9, 2021

Japanese Bank Vocabulary: Cheatsheet and Quiz

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Learn essential Japanese words and phrases for the next time you need to do a bank errand in Japan.

November 2, 2021

Updated 2022: Japanese Coronavirus Vocabulary (Omicron, Vaccine, PCR Test and Travel Restrictions)

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Completing coronavirus-related procedures made easy. Downloadable PDF available.

October 27, 2021

60 Foreign-friendly Tax Accountants in Tokyo

The difference between a smooth tax season and an ugly tax record for foreigners in Japan? A good accountant.

October 8, 2021

Food Delivery Services in Tokyo

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Looking for food delivery services in Tokyo? With the pandemic – the rise of food delivery services in Japan has also come. In this blog we will list some popular options that you can choose from while you stay in Tokyo. 1. Uber Eats Uber Eats is a food delivery platform that makes getting great […]

October 6, 2021

Top 10 Ramen Restaurants in Tokyo – Useful Vocabulary List

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When going to Japan, trying out the various foods that Japan has to offer is a must. But what’s the first food that comes to the minds of us foreigners? Well, it would definitely be ramen right! With it being so well-known in Japan and also worldwide, it would be no wonder that we’d want to […]