Celebrate the Emperor of Japan’s Birthday With a Holiday
Get acquainted with one of the 16 national holidays in Japan, the Emperor’s birthday – a day that changes with the current emperor’s birth date.
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Fun Hobbies to Try While in Japan
Looking for something to do during your free time? Here are some fun hobbies to try while living in Japan.
Continue readingValentine’s Day in Japan
Wondering how to celebrate Valentine’s Day while living in Japan? Read on to learn about traditions and fun date ideas!
Continue readingDive Into Japan’s Rich Culture and History This Foundation Day
Other countries celebrate their Foundation Days on the date of independence. In Japan, however, things are different. Let’s jump into the rich history of Japan’s Foundation Day, filled with traditions and a splash of mythology.
Continue readingWeekend Relaxation: 7 Easy Trips from Tokyo to See Snow This Winter
If you’re missing the sight of fluffy snowdrifts, or want to have some winter fun, check out these 7 easy day trips you can take from Tokyo.
Continue readingThe Benefits of Living in Rural Japan
Thinking about packing up and teleworking from the countryside or applying for a job in rural Japan? Here are some tips for living in the countryside.
Continue readingResources for LGBT People in Japan
Looking to get involved with the LGBT community in Japan? Whether you’re searching for friends or someone special, we’ve got some resources for you.
Continue readingGet to Know Japan’s Coming of Age Day
Kimonos, traditions, celebrations, salons, and drinking – the Coming of Age Day in Japan is a bustling holiday worth experiencing or reading about.
Continue readingWeekend Relaxation: Tokyo’s 5 Best Winter Illuminations, 2020 – 2021
Tokyo’s winter illuminations are a great way to enjoy the holidays while social distancing, here are our picks for the top 5.
Continue readingRethinking the Idea That “Japanese People Can’t Speak English”
We’ve all heard the idea that “Japanese people can’t speak English”. Where does this idea come from? And is it true?
Continue readingHow foreigners can receive their COVID19 Stimulus check too
Under a lot of pressure, the Japanese government will be giving checks of 100,000 JPY to support everyone affected by COVID19… and that means everyone! After some heated discussions about a stimulus package to support
Continue readingAdapting to Online Education: 5 Keys to engaging your students
“I fell asleep”. “I was playing an online game”. “I was watching TV”. “I was chatting with friends on social media”. “I haven’t seen the last 3 lectures”. These are some the answers from university
Continue readingThe Little Things That Make Japanese Apartment Life Easier
The little things that make Japanese apartment life easier. Something unique about Japanese apartment life is the little things. I’m talking about the tiny objects that make living in a tiny space a tiny bit
Continue readingHow To Deal With Important Japanese Mail
If you live in Japan, you constantly need the help of Japanese people to deal with your mail. It’s a drag, but you need to know what to do so you don’t get in trouble
Continue readingWhat Can You Do When Your Company Violates Labour Laws?
If you have ever been in a bad situation at work, you’ll know that it isn’t always easy to challenge your company in Japan. Unpaid overtime, denying holiday allowances and not getting paid properly, these
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