Getting ill is an unavoidable part of life – and for expats in Japan under stress and exposed to new environments, that’s doubly true! If you feel sick in Japan, language barriers exacerbated by a lack of resources and assistance can make seeing a doctor a hair-pulling nightmare. That’s why we’ve created this simple guide to help you visit a
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You’ve finally moved to Japan, but your language level is still lagging! Unfortunately, just because you’re living in a new country doesn’t mean you’ll automatically become fluent in the local language. It still takes time, study, and practice to master a language. Moreover, mastering Japanese is always a bigger challenge considering the scripts and grammar, which differs greatly from English
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Business cards, known as meishi (名刺), are fundamental to good business relations and professional etiquette in Japan. As you may expect, the exchange of business cards, meishi kokan (名刺交換), is a very delicate process with set guidelines that need to be respected. Business cards are significant in Japanese work culture, and Japanese people are very sensitive about your respect for
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Once you’ve decided on your new Japanese city, the next step to setting up a stable life in Japan is to discover a neighborhood that meets your needs. Thankfully, most Japanese neighborhoods are self-contained mini-towns bursting with activity and local businesses. However, in such a densely packed country, noise pollution and privacy will naturally be an issue no matter where
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Excluding the influence of COVID-19, almost every year has seen a steadily increasing population of foreign residents settle down in Japan. If you’re considering joining the trend, finding a place in Japan with a strong international community will allow you to live amongst the flavors of the world. Moreover, you can enjoy the support of other expats facing the same
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In Japan, “Lost & Found” can be termed “Lost IS Found.” The reason is that if you lose something in Japan, there is very little probability that you will not find it. However, as a foreigner, it’s important to know what you should do if you lose anything in Japan. The dreadful moment when you realize you’re no longer carrying
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It’s that time again – the dreaded Japanese spouse visa renewal! While many resources exist, many are contradictory and ambiguous, adding unnecessary stress to the already tedious task of preparing to renew your visa successfully. This article explains how people with a “Spouse or Child of Japanese National” visa who are married to someone from Japan can easily renew their
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What are the most affordable housing rent options in Japan? This common question crosses many foreigners’ minds while moving to Japan. Knowing the cheapest rent is very natural because we all know that rent is one of the major factors affecting our cost of living in Japan. Moreover, when we try an online search, most of the data is centered
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Most foreigners find Japan to be a fascinating and very different place when they land here. For foreign tourists, Japanese tourist spots are their best friends. However, if you are here for a longer stay, you will need to know ways to network and make friends in Japan. No matter the country, one of the most difficult challenges an expat
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Understanding the types of Japanese employment contracts and lingo is an essential prerequisite to a successful job hunt in Japan. Understanding Seishian and Haken contracts is essential before you move to Japan. The reason is if a foreigner is finding a job from overseas, the offered employment contract would generally be a Seishain or Haken. Foreigners new to Japan often
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