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Expats sharing experiences of life in Japan

Popular

Do Japanese Summer Right: 10 Types of Festivals Not to Miss

on Jun 30

A quick checklist in preparation for a double typhoon

on Jun 25

Immigration Services Agency asks for input on the visa fee increases

on Jul 3

Overrated cities in Japan?

on Jul 1

How to

How to spring clean your body in Japan

Getting around Japan as a Newbie

How to listen in to Japan in English

Features

Monthly okozukai "pocket money" down among Japan's company workers

Authorities eye taking back control of Mt. Fuji, from top to bottom

Foreign ministry survey finds 45% of Japanese expats feeling lonely

How much

Avg. household savings in Japan up for 5th consecutive year

How much does it cost to travel in Japan? Around 44,000 yen per trip, gov’t data

How much does it cost to live in Japan? Avg. household spending in 2023

Work

Normal Week Eikaiwa Triptych

A Newcomer ALT in Japan

A shout out to bus drivers

Family Life

Undokai Apprehension

No way, baby?

Golden Week Stroll in the Park

Health

Pit Pads for Puberty

The therapeutic effects of flowers

Walkable Japanese cities for well-being

Food

Teriyaki Chicken Filet

450 Yen

Simple as far as McDonalds offerings go, but delish

2 hours ago

From Nobeoka to Nationwide: Chicken Nanban Day

6 hours ago

Why July 8th is Soy Milk Yogurt Day in Japan

7 hours ago

When “7” and “8” Become Tea

9 hours ago

Salty Caramel & Pistachio Gelato

373 Yen

Nice combo of flavors

11 hours ago

Tropical Rich and Coconut Gelato

373 Yen

A tropical-feeling and accessible gelato option

12 hours ago

Vanilla Yogurt Cream Puff

290 Yen

A cream puff inspired by Luna Vanilla Yogurt

12 hours ago

Godzilla Choux Cream

390 Yen

A choux cream designed to emulate Godzilla's skin

12 hours ago

Finally, some good news for rice prices

13 hours ago

Uji matcha kakigori with soft cream, condensed milk, and bean paste

1070 Yen

A kakigori option that leans heavily into classic Japanese flavors

14 hours ago

Cheerio Choco & Vanilla 5 Pack

300 Yen

A delicious chocolate and vanilla delight from Morinaga

on Jul 7

Yawamochi Ice Strawberry & Condensed Milk Shaved Ice

183 Yen

Shaved ice with mochi, strawberry and condensed milk

on Jul 7