Convenience stores, or konbiniensu sutoa in Japanese are ubiquitous in the country as trees are in a forest. Though there are no definitive records as to when the first convenience store popped up, many point to the year 1974, which is when the first 7-Eleven opened in Japan. As of 2021, there were over 56,000 convenience stores operating in Japan, and they make up an integral part of the …
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Japanese Apartment Life
2023-09-10
Paid Leave in Japan The paid leave system in Japan is known as yukyu and according to jobsinjapan.com, the amount of paid leave granted to an employee is dependent on a) employment status (full-time, part-time, contract worker) and b) the number of years working at the company. In general, after an initial probation period of 6 months at the company, a full-time employee is awarded 10 days of paid …
2023-09-08
Summers in Japan are traditionally from June to mid-September but unfortunately, due to global warming, summers can now stretch well into the month of October. Characterized by its heat and extreme humidity, summers in Japan can bring about temperatures of up to 36°C and it can make for a very sticky and unpleasant few months if you’re not prepared. If you’re planning to stay in Japan for the foreseeable …
2023-08-03
Maintain a damage-free apartment so you can keep your security deposit. Read our article to learn the best ways to protect your apartment from damage!
2023-07-31
Thinking about relocating to Japan? There are many reasons why you may want to inhabit the land of the rising sun. Before making your final decision, check out these 5 things you must know about living in Japan.
2023-07-26
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