Best Banks for Opening an Account in Japan: A Comparison Guide
See fees, services, requirements and more.
See fees, services, requirements and more.
Getting a credit card in Japan can be difficult—see our guide on securing that plastic and how to use it.
Leaving Japan? Here is a list of COVID test centers in Tokyo that issue fit to fly certificates to present at airport …
Study less, practice more—and master those particles!
Let's get you pera-pera.
If your Japanese apartment has left you wanting for more space, check out these Tokyo self-storage services to store …
Get rid of those knots without getting rid of your entire food budget.
Like any language, learning Japanese takes time and dedication. So, here’s a cheapo’s guide to introducing …
Because no one wants to be smothered in the night.
Tokyo is notorious for the tiny dwellings its residents squeeze themselves into. Chances are that you—unless you want …
Here are basic Japanese words and phrases (with audio) to help you get the medical attention you need.
A basic guide to enrolling in the National Health Insurance plan and how to find an English-speaking doctor or hospital.
From concert tickets to hangover cures, the local conbini has you covered!
Would you know what to do if a big one hit Tokyo?
In our new series, Lockdown Library, our book swap members recommend some of their favorite reads.
Who's eligible, how to apply and how much you'll receive.
A few easy ways to support local business in Japan (while nabbing yourself a bargain too).
In our new series, Lockdown Library, our book swap members recommend some of their favorite reads.
A handy English translation guide to unlock all the functions on your Japanese appliances and electronics.
One small bummer of a thing when you’re living in a country not entirely your own is that YOU’RE MISSING YOUR SHOWS. …
In our new series, Lockdown Library, our book swap members recommend some of their favorite reads.