Living in Japan
Introduction to Japanese culture, government, language, child care, and other elements of Japanese life.
How to Renew Your Japanese Driving License
Holding a driver’s license is a regular part o…
Japanese Cleanliness: Japan’s Obsession with Tidying Up
Japanese cleanliness is one of the country's d…
The Japanese Lucky Cat: Unlocking the Secret to Good Fortune
The maneki neko statue, also known as the luck…
The Japanese Zodiac: Unleash the Fun of This New Year Tradition
The Japanese zodiac has a rich history and uni…
Things You Should Know about Status of Residence (Visa) in Japan
This article is contributed by Mori Niitsu…
Where can you charge your electric vehicle (EV)？ How can you charge it at home?
Sales of electric vehicles are increasing as p…
Setsubun: Welcoming Spring with Ogres, Beans, and Sushi
Famous for bean-throwing antics and parents dr…
Japanese Daycares, Preschools & Kindergartens—How Do They Work?
Getting accustomed to new systems and ways of…
What is Chonaikai (Neighborhood Associations) and How can Foreigners Join?
In Japan, each district has an organization ru…
Japanese Trains Demystified: Taming Tokyo’s Complex Sytems
In many countries, public transport and the sy…
Primary - Elementary School System in Japan
You may be wondering what children in Japan are learning in elementary school and how they spend their day…
Art, Music, Sports Classes for Children in Tokyo
There are many fun classes for children in Tok…
Japanese New Year's Decorations: Culture, Traditions, Religion
As the New Year approaches, many shops, commer…
4 Popular Japanese Lucky Charms For the New Year
This article is contributed by 供TOMO. Since an…
Japanese Education System - Public, Private and International schools
You may wonder how does the school system in Japan work? When and at what age does school start? When does…
International Baccalaureate (IB) vs Cambridge A Level - What are the differences?
If your child wishes to enter an overseas univ…
Leasing Cars in Japan
There are numerous advantages to leasing an automobile. For individuals who will only be in Japan for a lim…
