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Oct 05. 2020 Topics Recommended for Foreigners Raising Children in Tokyo! What is the International School Situation in Japan? 1 What is an International School? If your goal is to live in Japan, it's important to take a serious look at how the move will affect your child's education. Due to the continued internationalization and diversification of education in Japan, there are various types of scholastic institutions available. Amongst these are international schools, wh...
Sep 28. 2020 Topics Summer in Tokyo is very hot and humid! Here's how you can enjoy Japanese summer and the seasonal traditional culture. 1 The sea-girt country Japan! The summer features Japan is a country where you can enjoy beautiful natures and food for each one of the four seasons. Especially the summer is the season when many events are held to let people enjoy Japanese traditions lively, so that is also the season when many overseas visitors come to Japan. However, in the rec...
Sep 21. 2020 Topics Enjoy driving in Tokyo！How to get a driver's license in Japan １　How you as a foreigner can get a driver's license in Japan You are required to have a driver's license to drive in Japan. Not only for those who are in Japan just visiting, but also for people who come to Japan for work may have a job that requires driving. . If you have a driver's license, you may even get more money in salary and a driver's li...
Aug 24. 2020 Housing Is My Rent Negotiable? Speaking frankly, for the most part it is impossible to negotiate a reduction in rent in Tokyo. Due to rapid population growth, it is becoming difficult to find apartments for rent. Last year, Tokyo's population increased by 65,000. In other words, there are extremely few vacant rooms. Especially in very popular areas such as Ebisu, Nakameguro, Sh...
Aug 17. 2020 Housing Earthquake Resistant Buildings：Comparing Old and New Earthquake Resistance Standards One of the common questions we are asked is, "What kind of earthquake resistance does this building have?" High-rise buildings are designed with the latest in seismic base isolation systems, including equipment designed to protect the building from earthquakes. However, it is rare for a typical 10 story apartment building to be equipped with such ...
Aug 14. 2020 Topics Walking around Tokyo, you are sure to find one! Convenience stores, a convenience for foreigners １ Convenience stores in Japan are tourist spots!!? Something that surprises people who visit Japan is the large number of convenience stores. There are more than 56,000 convenience stores in Japan, with more than about 7,000 in Tokyo alone. Around all of the main stations in Tokyo, you will see a number of convenience stores just a short walk away...
Aug 10. 2020 Life Support Must Read for Foreigners Living in Tokyo! Foreigner Consultation Counters in the 23 Tokyo Wards 1 Regarding Foreigner Consultation Counters In recent years, one of the most pressing concerns in Japan has been the country's "labor shortage." This labor shortage is linked closely with Japan's population decline. This decline has increased the number of industries with labor shortages, which in turn has increased the demands placed on each indi...
Aug 09. 2020 Topics Check it, Check it! Dental Offices in Tokyo That Can Help You in English １ Before the pain of a toothache！ Have you ever wondered if there was anywhere you could go to get consultation when you feel sick or when you feel a bit under the weather while in Tokyo? It's not uncommon for people who are not yet accustomed to life in Japan to feel fatigue or have a sudden toothache. It may not be easy to find a dental clinic w...
Aug 02. 2020 Topics We Want Foreigners to Know! Traditional Japanese Culture Lesson in Tokyo １ Learn Traditional Japanese Culture！ When visiting Japan from abroad, lots of foreigners look to experience the authentic aspects of Japan such as seeing authentic Geisha or have an interest in seeing some of the shrines or temples. The more you understand the traditions, manners, and actions unique to Japan, the more attracted you become to the ...
Jul 27. 2020 Medical What to do if you become sick or injured in Japan It's possible you get sick or injured when you have just started living in Japan, or are visiting as a tourist. If such an occasion arises, it's very reassuring to know where to go to get treated and what is required for medical assistance. In this article, we will introduce a basic guide regarding medical treatment and assistance while in Japan. ...

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