Train and Bus Travel Passes You Can Buy Even If Living in Japan
The Japan Rail Pass is probably one of the most well-known travel hacks when it comes to travelling…
A Friendly English Guide to Japan Post Redelivery (With Photo Walkthrough!)
Missed your package delivery and now you’re stuck with an undeliverable item slip thick in illegible kanji? Look…
A New Luxury Train is Opening in Kyushu and It Looks Incredible
Called the “36 + 3”, this gorgeous, sleek luxury train operated by Kyushu Railway Company (JR Kyushu) will…
For Foreign Nationals, an Unlimited 3-Day Pass From JR East (Shinkansen Included!)
If you’ve been keeping Tohoku on your bucket list but have been deterred by time or cost, then…
When to Find Sales in Japan: Time Your Purchases to Save the Most Money!
There’s nothing more bitter than noticing a major sale for something you just recently bought at full price!…
The Wonderful World of Japanese Sento: A Historic Part of Japanese Bathing Culture
To many non-Japanese people, the idea of taking a bath with a bunch of strangers may seem more…
Here’s Why Seico Mart Was Crowned the #1 Convenience Store in Japan
Given how often Japanese residents swing by their local convenience store, many people naturally end up with some…
Public TV Isn’t Free in Japan?! What to Do If the NHK Shows Up Asking for Money
You’ve made the move to Japan and are now settling into your new abode when, suddenly, the doorbell…
How To Get Involved With Your Local Community in Japan (and Make Friends Along the Way!)
Congratulations! You have made it to Japan and are ready to embark on your new adventure. You must…