Japan is a country divided into 9 regions, which are then further split into a total of 47 prefectures. As of 2015, Japan is calculated to have around 790 cities, 795 towns, and 183 villages; so while many do tend to gravitate towards the more populous cities like Tokyo and Osaka for work and school, there are plenty of other options out there for those thinking of moving to …

Moving can be a stressful task, especially when you realize how much stuff you have, the many phone calls, and the trips to the ward office. Organizing your belongings should be first on your to-do list, since it takes the most time and you will need to plan accordingly. The following is some common ways to organize yours belongings, courtesy of Village House. Packing List Making a packing list …

So you’ve found a new place to live and have signed the lease. The clock is now ticking down to when you’ll have to vacate your current premises; and before you lies possibly the biggest foe people face when moving: your belongings. ‘Where to even start?!’ you think in despair as you gaze at the seemingly endless array of stuff strewn and scattered to fill every nook and cranny …

Sometimes people put off moving for years on end even though they may not be in the perfect place. The moving process can be overwhelming, and even if there are opportunities to save money with cheaper rent, or shorten a commute time, or find somewhere out in nature with more privacy, it’s easy to get stagnant and avoid any moving! Where you live can determine the next few years …