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After you
have completed all of your paperwork, and have begun the moving process, you
will begin to think about what is needed for your new…
2019-11-06
When you
have decided to live in Japan, one of the first things that may cross your mind
is “What do I need to bring?” This is both an easy …
2019-11-06
Congratulations! You’ve found yourself a new apartment and are
all moved in. Now what? One way to
add a personal touch…
2019-11-06
You’ve just got the keys for your new apartment and excitement is
building for the place that you’ll be calling home, but there are still a …
2019-11-06
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Tokyo With the global spotlight due to be shone over the next 12 months on
the Japanese capital as both the Rugby World Cup and the 20…
2019-11-06
The seasonal weather in Japan is constantly changing. The summer brings strong heat waves, while the winter can be very cold with snow. The …
2019-11-06
One aspect of living in Japan that most people overlook is how laundry is handled, here is our Village House deep dive into all things laund…
2019-11-06
Japan is famous, or infamous, for the
size of its housing. Throughout the country, it is normal for houses,
apartments, and other living are…
2019-11-06
Living in Japanese housing can have its fair share of problems. Finding apartments that have all of the things you need in it for a reasonab…
2019-11-06
When most people are asked what they
think of Japanese cities, they usually say how clean they are. Cities in Japan
are like most cities eve…
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