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Comprehensive Guides to Living in Japan

We provide comprehensive English guides to living in Japan. From day-to-day life to business, leisure, and more. We hope these resources will help support your life in Japan.

 

Useful Information for foreign residents and families

Living in Japan

Information on Japanese culture, government, international schools, transportation, and other aspects of Japanese life.

Traffic Rules in Japan

Traffic Rules in Japan

Even thought Japan has excellent public transp…

Catching A Taxi in Japan

Catching A Taxi in Japan

As convenient as the train system is, there are still times when you will need to take a taxi in Japan. Whi…

Japanese Daycares, Preschools & Kindergartens—How Do They Work?

Japanese Daycares, Preschools & Kindergartens—How Do They Work?

Getting accustomed to new systems and ways of…

Daily Life

Basic information about daily life in Japan, such as food, shopping, pets, and money.

BOOKOFF: How to Sell Your Unwanted Items in Japan

BOOKOFF: How to Sell Your Unwanted Items in Japan

BOOKOFF is the most famous second-hand shop wi…

Get the Most Out of Shopping at a Supermarket in Japan

Get the Most Out of Shopping at a Supermarket in Japan

Grocery shopping is part of daily life for man…

Rules and Manners for Living in Japanese Apartments

Rules and Manners for Living in Japanese Apartments

To live comfortably in Japan, especially in a…

Business

Information on business-related articles including practical business tips at work for foreign residents in Japan.

The Ins and Outs of Japanese Resumes as a Foreigner

The Ins and Outs of Japanese Resumes as a Foreigner

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Leisure

Sports, outings in Japan and travel information for foreign residents in Japan.

Where to Stay in Japan: Hotels vs Apartments

Where to Stay in Japan: Hotels vs Apartments

When staying in Japan, choosing between a hote…

Minobusan – The Buddhist enclave on Tokyo’s doorstep

Minobusan – The Buddhist enclave on Tokyo’s doorstep

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"Must-See" Places in Japan - As Chosen by Expats Living in Japan

"Must-See" Places in Japan - As Chosen by Expats Living in Japan

Expats living in Japan have explored their ado…

Health and Safety

Beauty, Medical, Health, Hospitals, Emergency Information for foreign residents in Japan.

Medical Emergencies in Japan: How to Communicate in Japanese

Medical Emergencies in Japan: How to Communicate in Japanese

In case of an emergency in Japan, you can call…

English-Speaking Dentists in Tokyo

English-Speaking Dentists in Tokyo

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What's On & Upcoming Events in Japan

Listings of events including fun activities, exhibitions, festivals, etc.

Sunshine Aquarium Special Exhibition of Poisonous Creatures "Modokuten"

Sunshine Aquarium Special Exhibition of Poisonous Creatures "Modokuten"

Mar 15 - Nov 24, 2024

Poison is a chemical substance that is harmful to life or health. Some living things have acquired p…

HILTON TOKYO’S BEER GARDEN IN THE SKY OPEN-AIR IBIZA SUMMER ISLAND STYLE TERRACE & BAR

HILTON TOKYO’S BEER GARDEN IN THE SKY OPEN-AIR IBIZA SUMMER ISLAND STYLE TERRACE & BAR

May 10 - Sep 15, 2024

Hilton Tokyo’s popular ‘Beer Garden in the Sky’ returns, this time inspired by the summer vibes of I…

Legacy - Inheriting Beauty: Modigliani, Chagall, Picasso, Fujita

Legacy - Inheriting Beauty: Modigliani, Chagall, Picasso, Fujita

Jun 18 - Oct 13, 2024

In the early 20th century, Paris became an international hub for artists from around the world, givi…

Search Guides by Prefecture

If you are looking for more specific information based on where you live in Japan, check out our living guides by selecting an area directly on the map or clicking on your prefecture’s name.

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