Unlike other countries like Singapore, where bicycles don’t need to be registered, owning a bike in Japan entails a far more detailed process than just paying the amount shown on the price tag. Who can own bicycles in Japan? As long as you have a registered address in Japan or a zairyu card (residence card), …
Looking to rent an apartment in Japan? If you have already started, you know how tough the process can be! Renting in Japan can be a complicated experience, especially for foreigners. Be prepared to wade through a lot of red tape! One of the most confusing parts of renting in Japan is the need for …
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This is the last in our three part series with Simon Moran. If you haven’t heard the other podcasts already, we talked about the myth of self-sponsoring a visa, and why you shouldn’t start an English school, and this time we’re going to talk about whether it is possible to make a viable long term …
Previously, Japan was really strict and a degree was essential, however, these days the standards are becoming increasingly lax. Previously strictly enforced rules like the minimum salary and qualification rules have become increasingly more like recommendations than strictly enforced regulations. With an increasing number of excellent, non-native talent coming to Japan from all around the …
Quitting a job anywhere in the world can be stressful. In Japan, there are a few matters that should be taken into consideration before moving onto something bigger and better. Before taking the leap, let’s look at some important topics to think about so that the transition into a new job can be as smooth …
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The Ryougoku Kokugikan (両国国技館（りょうこくこくぎかん）), also called sumo hall, is the stadium where sumo matches are held when the tournament is in Tokyo. This stadium was built in 1985, however, that does not mean that before there was not a place where you could enjoy sumo in Tokyo. In fact, this is the third building to …
Rejection in Japan is a tricky thing. The word “no” (いいえ) isn’t often used in the way “no” is used in English. A common experience expats have in Japan is asking a “yes” or “no” question, only to be met with a response that resembles something of a half answer. Not a “no” but not …
Banking in Japan may be one of the biggest challenges that a foreign national can face. While it has got slightly easier after the pandemic forced Japan to slowly move its banking online, most important interactions still take place at the teller’s window and involve a lot of paperwork. Most visitors will encounter the full …
On this episode I’m speaking with Adam Kardos, Owner of English Access who created a fun interactive game that helps children to learn English. We talk about the failures of the grammar translation method, how kids actually learn languages and Adam’s audacious goal of taking rote learning out of the classroom, to free up teachers …
Moving to a new country is a big decision. There are many factors to weigh up. What are the risks? What are the benefits? Will I even like it in Japan? If you are asking yourself these questions, let us help. Here we will discuss some of the pros and cons of working in Japan …