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 is never an easy thing to do. There are lots of things
to pay for, new places to become familiar with, and of course, there are the
m…
2019-11-06
One of the
first things you will be told to do if you’re lucky, is to go register yourself
at the town office. If you come from the US, this…
2019-11-06
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
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