An izakaya is a place to go after work is finished to drink and share light snacks between friends or colleagues. If we want to look into the origins of…
Convenience Stores (Konbini) in Japan: What can you buy from there ?
Convenience stores – also known as konbini in Japanese – can be found all over Japan. There’s more than 50,000 of them across the country! You can’t walk for longer…
How to Rent an Apartment in Japan: A Guide for Foreigners
Japan offers an incredibly safe society, with a rich cultural heritage, mouth-watering cuisine and many unique opportunities for study and business. So it’s not surprising that so many people have…
The SIM Cards in Japan Guide: Short and Long-Term Options
Although Japan develops some of the most advanced technology in the world, free WiFi access is surprisingly limited, even in urban centres such as Tokyo and Osaka. Hotels, hostels and…
Share Houses in Japan: The Comprehensive Guide
A new trend in housing has been on the rise for the past year and it’s attracting more and more people, including travelers, expats and even Japanese locals. Share houses….
