For those renting an apartment for the first time or those moving to Japan from overseas, procedures for renting an apartment …
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Moving in Japan is not simply about packing up your belongings and transporting them. There are several tasks to handle, including …
2025-10-17
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Living alone in Japan can be exciting, but it also comes with a variety of challenges. There are many things you’ll …
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An adult of legal driving age can drive in Japan if they have either a Japanese driver’s license or a valid driver’s license from their home…
2023-07-03
Moving is stressful – physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially. The latter is especially true in Japan where a slew of hidden cost…
2023-06-28
Japan can come across as a bit of a pet-un-friendly country, especially considering how only 2%~11% of rental property listings are register…
2023-06-27
Hosting guests in a small apartment can present some unique challenges, particularly in a country like Japan where living spaces can be smal…
2023-06-19
Japandi style is becoming increasingly popular around the World. The fusion of Japanese and Scandinavian styles is a calming and harmonious …
2023-06-17
Japan is a country known for its vibrant cities, bustling streets, and iconic landmarks. However, beyond the popular tourist destinations, r…
2023-06-11
Japan is not only renowned for its vibrant cities and rich cultural heritage but also for its stunning landscapes with vast regions full of …
2023-06-07
One of the final hurdles of moving is getting settled into your new home, and while it looks easy and even fun in the movies, in reality the…
2023-06-03
Moving is often an inevitability for a lot of people and most people would move at least once in their lifetime whether they want to or not.…
2023-05-31
For many people outside of Japan, they may only think of Tokyo when they are imagining the country - and with this image, they imagine bustl…
2023-05-24
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