When you move your family to Japan, there are many things to consider when enrolling your child in school or daycare. One of the biggest decisions is whether to go for the international system or to enrol your […]
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For many people, we are approaching one of the longest holiday periods of the year – Golden Week. Many companies give from April 29 to May 8 as a holiday, and people tend to make the most of […]
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We have already written about how to get a Japanese driver’s license, so now we will talk about how to renew your driving license in Japan. There are several places where you can renew your license in Tokyo. […]
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Let me introduce you to an excellent aspect of life in Japan – “Furusato Tax”. What is it? You choose a regional town to donate money to. Once you donate this money, the town will send you a […]
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Have you moved to Japan with an older child, or are you thinking about making the switch to a Japanese school in order to integrate in your local community, or save on the cost of international school fees? […]
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Whether you have suffered financially during the pandemic or not, everyone will be feeling the latest price increases in Japan. What is going up? Utilities Seven out of 10 of Japan’s major electricity suppliers have raised their household […]
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For students studying in Japan, or those overseas who wish to move to Japan, you may be interested in applying for a job at a Japanese company. In general, unless you are in the IT field, you will […]
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Where is a good place to live in Tokyo? There are several areas in Tokyo known to be “expat havens”, with many international food shops, global restaurants, and English support. These areas are great, but they come with […]
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Having pets is not as common in large cities like Tokyo as it is back home, however many people still keep dogs, cats, hamsters and other beloved pets. When searching for a pet-friendly apartment there are several things […]
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If you are hoping to make a career in Japan, then you will likely need to apply to a multitude of Japanese companies before you find your ideal job. Some companies with a more international mindset will accept […]