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  October 25, 2024

  Best Place To Retire in Japan? Our Lesser-known Recommendations

  Looking to retire in Japan but tired of the same old suggestions? Here are some lesser-known places ...

  Looking to retire in Japan but tired of the same old suggestions? Here are some lesser-known places that are great for the retired life.

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  October 24, 2024

  All about Japan's Family Registry (Koseki Tohon and Shohon)

  Japan's family registry system is called “Koseki” (戸籍)” in Japan. In this post, we'll outline what y...

  Japan's family registry system is called “Koseki” (戸籍)” in Japan. In this post, we'll outline what you need to know about the Koseki system,...

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  October 24, 2024

  From Boarding School to Waseda University: My Education in Japan

  Going to school in Japan is a unique experience. But you might be wondering if you should go to univ...

  Going to school in Japan is a unique experience. But you might be wondering if you should go to university in Japan, or get an undergraduate...

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  October 24, 2024

  Minimum Wage in Japan: What You Need to Know in 2024

  The minimum wage in Japan is seeing record hikes. Read our guide to learn about the current average ...

  The minimum wage in Japan is seeing record hikes. Read our guide to learn about the current average minimum wage in the country.

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  October 24, 2024

  English-Speaking Immigration Lawyers in Japan [2024 Guide]

  Immigration-related procedures may require professional help. Here are some of the best English-spea...

  Immigration-related procedures may require professional help. Here are some of the best English-speaking lawyers in Japan.

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  October 24, 2024

  How to Buy Shinkansen (Bullet Train) Tickets on "Smart EX Japan"

  The Smart EX is the best way to book shinkansen tickets. Read our guide to learn how to register and...

  The Smart EX is the best way to book shinkansen tickets. Read our guide to learn how to register and use the app to book tickets.

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  October 24, 2024

  English-speaking Gynecologists in Japan: Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto and more

  Visiting the gynecologist as a foreigner can be tough. Here’s a guide to the best English-speaking O...

  Visiting the gynecologist as a foreigner can be tough. Here’s a guide to the best English-speaking OB-GYN doctors to make things easier.

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  October 4, 2024

  Japan's Healthcare System - A Personal Guide for Expats

  Learn everything you need to know about Japan's healthcare system as an expat, including how to enro...

  Learn everything you need to know about Japan's healthcare system as an expat, including how to enroll in health insurance, find English-spe...

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  October 4, 2024

  Konbini Culture and Japan’s Convenience Store Food: Explained

  Explore one of the best things Japanese culture has to offer: The Konbini! Here’s everything you can...

  Explore one of the best things Japanese culture has to offer: The Konbini! Here’s everything you can find at a Japanese convenience store.

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  October 4, 2024

  How To Say "Congratulations" in Japanese

  Want to celebrate your loved ones? Why not learn to congratulate them in Japanese? Here’s a guide wi...

  Want to celebrate your loved ones? Why not learn to congratulate them in Japanese? Here’s a guide with many options and some cultural tips.

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  September 26, 2024

  "Omoshiroi" in Japanese: What It Means and How to Use It

  A useful word that can mean “interesting” and “amusing”, Omoshiroi is a common Japanese word. Find o...

  A useful word that can mean “interesting” and “amusing”, Omoshiroi is a common Japanese word. Find out its meaning and how to use it.

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  September 26, 2024

  Baby Names for Japan: Names that Work in Both Japanese and English

  Naming your child can be hard, but we’re here to help. Here’s all about naming conventions and names...

  Naming your child can be hard, but we’re here to help. Here’s all about naming conventions and names that work in Japanese and English.

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  September 18, 2024

  Business Japanese: The Ultimate Guide [2024]

  Business Japanese can be particularly hard for foreigners. But putting in the time and effort to lea...

  Business Japanese can be particularly hard for foreigners. But putting in the time and effort to learn could help not only your workplace re...

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  August 27, 2024

  Japanese Wedding Attire for Guests

  Invited to a Japanese wedding and don’t know what to wear? In this guide, we explain how to dress fo...

  Invited to a Japanese wedding and don’t know what to wear? In this guide, we explain how to dress for weddings and what they’re like in Japa...

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  August 27, 2024

  Shipping from Japan to the USA: Services and Tips

  Shipping items from Japan to the US is easier than one might think. Explore your options, the costs,...

  Shipping items from Japan to the US is easier than one might think. Explore your options, the costs, and what you can’t send in this guide. ...

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  August 27, 2024

  How To Order in Japanese: A Restaurant Walkthrough

  Ordering food in Japanese can seem challenging, but it doesn’t have to be. Read our guide to learn h...

  Ordering food in Japanese can seem challenging, but it doesn’t have to be. Read our guide to learn how to order food easily.

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  August 27, 2024

  The Hanko Stamp: A Guide for Foreigners in Japan

  Hanko is a personal stamp used in Japan by many. Read to find out whether you need one and how to ge...

  Hanko is a personal stamp used in Japan by many. Read to find out whether you need one and how to get one made.

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  August 27, 2024

  Luggage Storage in Tokyo: Our Recommendations

  Don’t let your heavy baggage weigh you down! Here’s our guide to luggage storage in Tokyo, as well a...

  Don’t let your heavy baggage weigh you down! Here’s our guide to luggage storage in Tokyo, as well as throughout Japan.

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  August 16, 2024

  Point Cards in Japan, Demystified

  In Japan, if you’re not using point cards, you’re missing out! Here’s all you need to know about whi...

  In Japan, if you’re not using point cards, you’re missing out! Here’s all you need to know about which cards to get and what the benefits ar...

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  August 16, 2024

  Cashless Payments in Japan: All Methods, Explained

  Want to go cash-free in Japan? Here are all of the cashless payment options and mobile payment apps,...

  Want to go cash-free in Japan? Here are all of the cashless payment options and mobile payment apps, explained.