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Jul 19. 2024 Topics NHK Fees: Do you Really Have to Pay? So you've moved to Japan and settled into your apartment with a brand-new TV. Maybe you plan on using the TV only for streaming, or maybe you want to watch Japanese television to work on your Japanese skills. Either way, soon you will likely get a knock on your door from a man in a suit demanding that you pay a monthly fee just because you have a ...
Jul 12. 2024 Medical Staying Healthy in the Summer in Japan Summer is a fun-filled time of year in Japan, with beaches, summer festivals, fireworks shows, and more to visit during this season. But that doesn't mean that summer is all fun and games. If you're not careful or unlucky, you could find yourself sick or struck down by heatstroke this summer. So here is what you should be careful of in the summert...
Jul 05. 2024 Topics Beach Culture in Japan Summer is finally here in Japan, and with it comes non-stop hot, humid weather that will last until the fall. So what is the best way to beat the Japanese heat? Head to the beach of course! There are beaches all over the country, best enjoyed from late June to early September. Tons of aquatic activities beyond just basking in the sun or swimming i...
Jun 28. 2024 Topics Pet-Friendly Places and Services in Tokyo It can be tough to find places to go that are pet-friendly in Japan, since even finding an apartment that allows pets is a challenge. Still, there are many things to do in Japan if you want to spend time outside the house with your furry friend. It is even possible to find pet-friendly hotels where you and your pet can stay together. And if you ne...
Jun 21. 2024 Topics The Best Stationery in Japan and Where to Buy It Stationery is remarkably popular in Japan, and popular stationery brands in the country continue to innovate and create new products worth picking up if you are in Japan. So let's break down what makes stationery in Japan so appealing for locals and tourists alike, take a look at some of the most popular brands of stationery, and introduce some p...
Jun 14. 2024 Topics Summer Festivals in Japan Japan is well known for its fun-filled summer festivals, known in Japanese as "matsuri." People across the country get dressed up in yukatas, or summer kimonos, and take to the streets to enjoy food, festivities, and fireworks. Streets are adorned with lanterns, performances featuring dances and traditional taiko drums are held, and food stalls ab...
Jun 07. 2024 Life Support Cashless Payment Options in Japan in 2024 While for years Japan was known for being a cash-based economy (and to some extent it still is), over the past few years credit cards, debit cards, and other forms of cashless payments have exploded in popularity and can now be used in most stores and restaurants. If you are living in Japan, now is a great time to switch to using cashless payment ...
May 24. 2024 Topics Things to Do in Japan during the Rainy Season The rainy season in Japan, which hits much of the country in early June, is long, wet, and humid, making it tough to do much of anything outside. If you're planning on visiting many of Japan's famous shrines, temples, or gardens, you may not have the best time. Luckily, there are many things to do in Japan indoors during the rainy season, so you ...
May 17. 2024 Life Support A Guide to Owning a Pet in Japan While still not as widespread as in many other countries, having a pet is becoming more and more common in Japan. With this increase in popularity, it is becoming easier to provide all the luxuries and comforts to your pet that you would have in your home country. However, there are important things you should take into consideration if you are p...
May 10. 2024 Topics Protecting Your Home from Humidity and Mold During Japan's Summer When you think of Japanese summers, you may think of festivals, people wearing traditional yukatas, and spectacular fireworks shows. But with the summer fun comes extreme humidity that can cause big, long-term problems for your home. Protecting your home from humidity and mold is a constant battle from the onset of the rainy season until the fall...

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