Having a cat or a dog is a rewarding and fulfilling experience, whether in your home country or Japan. But some things are different so let us consider the challenges and expenses of keeping a pet ...

Let us be honest at the start: Foreigners encounter some challenges when trying to get a local credit card in Japan. The main reason is that credit card companies prefer customers with a stable inc...

If you’re a foreigner looking to work in Japan, you’ll be happy to know that the job market for international workers has been expanding rapidly in recent years. While finding a job in ...

When you are searching for accommodation in Japan as a foreigner, please do not overlook the close connection between the selection of your new home and your individual mobility choice: In case you...

Believe it or not but a bank account is among the most precious assets for foreigners in Japan. Here are the reasons:   Salary and Employment:  Most employers in Japan will only pay their empl...

First things first. And the first thing you will probably grab after your plane has touched down on Japanese soil is your smartphone. The device is the lifeline for almost everything – abroad and i...