living in Japan– tag –

A practical guide for newcomers and residents who need to recognize Japanese mobile, landline, IP, toll-free, and caller-paid numbers. Learn how to use +81 correctly, avoid unexpected call charges, and understand the new 060 mobile prefix.

A practical guide for foreign residents whose full name, middle name, punctuation, or writing system does not fit a Japanese online form. Learn how to identify each field, avoid record mismatches, and ask for the correct workaround.

A practical guide for foreign students, workers, and long-term residents who want to rent in Japan without a personal guarantor. It explains guarantee companies, UR no-guarantor options, typical costs, and the contract points to check before applying.

A practical guide for foreign residents in Japan who lose a residence card. It explains the 14-day deadline, police report step, replacement process, common mistakes, and the latest official points to check.

A practical guide for beginners, students, workers, and long-term residents who want to know how far English and translation tools can take them in Japan, and where basic Japanese quickly becomes necessary.

A practical English guide for residents, students, workers, and long-stay visitors who need to choose the right delivery service in Japan. Compare Japan Post, Yamato, and Sagawa by price, speed, parcel size, and everyday convenience.

A practical 2026 guide for students, workers, and long-term residents who want cheaper groceries in Japan. It compares OK, Gyomu Super, TRIAL, Seiyu, and AEON by price style, quality signals, store coverage, and common shopping mistakes.

A practical English guide for foreign residents in Japan who receive a resident tax bill they cannot read or do not understand. It explains what to check first, when to contact your city office, and how payment rules can change after moving or changing jobs.

A practical 2026 guide for foreigners choosing where to live in Japan. It compares Tokyo, Osaka, Fukuoka, Nagoya, and Sapporo by rent pressure, job market fit, and local support services.

A practical comparison of Japan's main home internet providers for students, workers, and long-term residents. This guide explains speed, monthly costs, contract terms, coverage limits, and the mistakes to avoid before you sign up.