Make Your Japan Trip and Expat Life Easier With the Oyraa Interpreter App (Available in Over 153 Languages!)
Thanks to technology, traveling and living in Japan is easier than ever before. Translation and interpreter apps let…
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[Updated 2/22] Cherry Blossom Forecast 2021! Best Times for Sakura Viewing Across Japan This Spring.
Come spring, cherry blossom spots all around Japan are swarmed with people who come to enjoy beautiful, breathtaking…
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Why is Fruit in Japan so Expensive?
If you have visited a Japanese supermarket, you may have seen exquisite-looking, mouth-watering fruits that whet your appetite. You may have been keen to buy some of these fruits and savor them, but did your heart stop cold when you saw the exorbitant price tags? Why are these Japanese fruits so costly?! Read on to find out why these fruits are so expensive in Japan, gather insight on some premium fruits you can buy to pamper yourself with, or even learn about where to find Japanese fruits on a budget.
5 Best Spots to Go Running in Tokyo
Tokyo is an ideal city for running. There are many routes where you can enjoy a run in…
Harassment in the Japanese Workplace: What Is It, Its Types, and How to Deal with It
In recent years, one of the biggest problems in the Japanese workplace has been the issue of “harassment,” i.e. unwanted acts that hurt other people or make them uncomfortable. In this article, we will discuss the kinds of harassment you may encounter at a Japanese company and how to deal with them.
Everything You Need to Know About Finding an Inexpensive Home to Rent in Japan
When looking for a new place to live, the first thing people worry about is rent. Naturally, you want to save as much money on it as possible. That is why in this article, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about keeping your rent low while house-hunting in Japan.
How to Have a Luxurious Life in a Tiny Japanese Apartment
When imagining living in Japan, some images that might come to mind are densely populated cities and cramped apartments. This depends on the area and other factors, but Japanese housing does tend to be on the smaller side overall. However, small doesn't have to mean uncomfortable.
[Updated 1/13] Japan Suspends Entry for Most Non-Japanese Nationals
Due to new variants of the coronavirus continuously being discovered across the globe, the Japanese government has changed immigration restrictions accordingly.
Heading to Disneyland? Starting in March, Weekdays Will Be Cheaper
Of Tokyo’s myriad amusement parks, Tokyo Disney Resort is the most extravagant and certainly the best-known. Disneyland and…