Living in Japan
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How We Made the Move to Rural Japan Thinking of moving to rural Japan? Discover how one couple left Osaka for Miyazaki, explored trial stay programs, found relocation subsidies, and settled into rural life.
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Public Libraries in Japan: An International Resident’s Guide Learn how public libraries in Japan work, including who can get a library card, how to register, borrow and reserve books, and find English-language books.
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Farming in Japan as a Foreigner: Rural Life and Regenerative Farming From Tokyo recruiter to rural farmer: one foreigner’s journey into regenerative farming, community, and a different way of life in Japan.
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How I Joined a Band in Japan with Absolutely No Experience At 40, a longtime Japan resident decided to join a band. Here’s what he learned about finding bandmates, rehearsing, and playing live shows in Japan.
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Joining Toastmasters in Japan to Make Friends What is Toastmasters like in Japan? A personal look at joining a Fukuoka club, improving public speaking, and making friends across cultures and generations.
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Working in Japan as a Muslim Software Engineer A Muslim software engineer shares his experience working in Japan, from prayer rooms and Ramadan at Rakuten to halal food and daily life.
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Gift-Giving in Japan: What Life in the Japanese Countryside Taught Me Feeling overwhelmed by Japan’s intensive gift-giving culture? Here are my personal experiences, suggestions, and survival strategies.
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Buying and renovating a 40-year-old Japanese house A firsthand look at buying and renovating a cheap used home in Japan, from securing a mortgage to handling unexpected repairs and renovation costs.
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My Deaf Experience in Japan Living with deafness in Japan for nearly 20 years — navigating work, communication, accessibility, and daily life as a deaf resident.
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Working Out, Gaining Weight, and Building Muscle in Japan—For Cheap From park workouts to budget meals, this guide explains how to gain weight and build muscle in Japan without overspending.
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Investing in Japan When You Might Leave Next Year Avoiding investing in Japan because it feels overwhelming? It’s easier than you think—learn how to get started, even if you don’t plan to stay long.
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How to Help Japanese NPOs When You Don’t Speak Much Japanese Practical ways to contribute, communicate clearly, and avoid creating extra work.
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How to Make Friends and Build a Social Circle in Japan Living abroad can be isolating, but it doesn’t have to stay that way. Here's everything I learned about making friends in Japan over the course of ten years.
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Buying a House in Karuizawa, Japan I bought a house in the scenic resort town of Karuizawa. Learn about my experience, the buying process in Japan, and tips for prospective homeowners.
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How (and Why) to Get a Bank Account in Japan The benefits of having a local account, tips on selecting a bank, a list of what documents you'll need, and more.
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Reduced Hours and Remote Work Options for Employees with Young Children in Japan A recent update to the Child Care and Family Care Leave Act expands the benefits available for employees with small children. But are there downsides?
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How to buy a house in Japan A guide to the basic steps in buying a house in Japan, including the financing and purchasing process.
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Japanese vs International Schools: Which Will Work for Your Children? Japanese public school or international school? Explore costs, language barriers, and long-term considerations through one international family's experience in Japan.
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Childcare Options in Japan Navigating childcare in Japan? Discover a variety of options tailored to your location, your child's age, and the season. Start here for a comprehensive guide to common childcare services.
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Paternity Leave in Japan An overview of Japan's paternity leave system, including the options and benefits available.
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Living with a disability in Japan This article is informed primarily by my experiences as a deaf American living in Japan for the last 16 years. It covers the challenges someone with a disability will face and the accommodations available.
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