Living in Japan

What is “reading the air”? Why do Japanese people ignore me sometimes?

Scott Rothrock

This guide to finding an apartment in Japan helps you understand the costs involved, and how to go about looking for a place to call your own.

Scott Rothrock

How much money do you need to make to live comfortably in Japan? This article helps you build a rough estimate

Scott Rothrock

Drawing upon Michael's experience of obtaining Permanent Residency in Japan via the highly skilled professional scheme, this article gives an overview of all the different paths to PR in Japan, including the application process, eligibility and requirements.

Michael Wu

Thinking about moving to Japan with your pet? Read this article now, as you might need to prepare almost a year in advance.

Rebecca Callahan

How developers can bring their spouse and children to Japan.

Rebecca Callahan

An overview of Japanese vs. international schools, and what you can expect from the public school system.

Rebecca Callahan

Though arranging childcare in Japan can be tricky, there are a wide variety of options available. Services will vary greatly depending on your location, the ages of your children, and the time of year. This article explores all of the most common childcare offerings, to get you started in the right direction.

Keiko Kimoto

A guide to tech meetups in Tokyo, including where to find them and the differences between Japanese and English meetups.

Michelle Tan

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.

Scott Rothrock