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 …
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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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Buy or Rent? Homes in Japan From a young age, we all have dreams of where our lives will go - what jobs we’ll have, who we’ll marry and, …
2022-06-23
Japanese homes are famous for their unique minimalist style. Take MUJI for example, a Japanese brand that is now popular in many western cou…
2022-06-20
For many people, Shizuoka prefecture is most famous for being the home of Mt. Fuji. However, beyond this, there are many Shizuoka beaches to…
2022-06-16
There are endless benefits to growing a herb garden, such as the positive environmental impact, money-saving benefits, and the benefit to ou…
2022-06-13
In a country with so much clean water, it’s no surprise that there are so many waterfalls in Japan. From the iconic Nachi Falls to Kegon Fal…
2022-06-09
Some rental apartments don’t come with much built-in storage, so renters often find themselves in need of kitchen shelves, display shelves, …
2022-06-06
Gifu is a prefecture, north of Aichi, that is rich in culture and history as well as breathtaking nature. If you’re moving to Gifu or con…
2022-06-02
Japan is famous across the globe for its exciting festivals, and in June, festivals in Japan are the perfect way to connect with the traditi…
2022-05-26
Get your umbrellas at the ready because the rainy season is coming! The rainy season usually lasts from early June to mid-July - and when it…
2022-05-23
If you are in Japan, renovation information is plenty but DIY home renovation info can be hard to come by. Here we’ll discuss different type…
2022-05-19
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