Personal accounts of moving to Japan, told by people living it.
Meet Danmarl Butad, originally from the Philippines, who began his journey to study in Japan through family. Instead of coming through a long scholarship process or a study-abroad agency, Danmarl’s path started with a family move and that support made the landing in Japan feel much more stable. Still, even with that advantage, studying in
Meet Issa, originally from Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, raised in Arusha City, who came to Japan through a rare full scholarship route and later built a long academic path here—bachelor’s, master’s, and a PhD in Agricultural Science. Issa’s story is a powerful example of moving to Japan through education, and what happens after arrival: culture shock, language
Today, we will be speaking to Long “Ron” Hoang. A resident of the country for years, he loves living in Japan, despite the difficulties that it can sometimes present… especially when moving. We’ll be discussing some of the issues that he’s had, and surprises along the way — and why living in a share house
What Is MyNumber? One of the things that can confuse English speakers the most when they arrive in Japan is the MyNumber system. It is not generally a problematic issue: people in the UK have national insurance numbers, while Americans have social security numbers. The big confusion, however, is that the Japanese version, known officially
You’ve just signed your lease and walked into your new place in Tokyo — only to find it completely empty. Don’t worry: this is common in Japan, where many apartments come unfurnished. But how do you transform that bare space into a cozy home without breaking the bank? In this guide, I’ll share my personal
Renting an apartment in Tokyo can be an exciting adventure, but it also presents unique challenges for foreigners. From finding the ideal location to navigating the language barrier and local customs, there’s a lot to learn. Below, I share my personal journey of securing my own place in Tokyo, along with practical tips to help