When people google things like "What is a decent salary in Japan" or "How much money do you need to survive in Japan", many articles and blogs with examples, statistics and opinions appear in the results. Of course, whether the information is applicable to the person or not depends on where they are going to be living, and whether their situation is similar to the writer, or example in the article. So instead, let's look at how to make things ... Read the Post...
Shinagawa Immigration Center
So your visa is expiring soon, and you need to renew your visa aka get it extended. If you live in Tokyo, you will most likely have to go to the Shinagawa Immigration Center. How to get there and what to do First, get to the Shinagawa Station If there is a line outside, join the queue and wait for your turn to get in. Once you are in the building, head up the escalator to the 2nd floor and join the queue. The counters are ... Read the Post...
How to make the rainy season in Japan more comfortable
Whether you enjoy wet weather or not, there are always ways to make the rainy season in Japan more comfortable, and better smelling! The last thing anyone needs to be doing is walking around in wet socks while outside and having to get home after that and deal with mold, bad smells and creepy crawlies in their apartment. "Do as the Romans do"..... in Japan The humidity and relentless rain can be quite tiresome to be honest, but as they say ... Read the Post...
Japan vaccinations
As many are aware, the vaccine rollout in Japan has been a lot slower than a lot of countries. As a result, many of the residents here, both Non-Japanese and Japanese alike have been hearing a lot about how friends and family have already had both doses, and at the same time wondering when they will finally be offered the same choice. Getting it or not is the individual's prerogative, and if you are not interested in it, no issue. But if you ... Read the Post...