Cherry blossom season in Japan is probably the most popular time to visit. However, a lot of people wonder when’s the best time to view cherry blossoms in Japan in full bloom. The answer is both, easy and complicated. You...
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[My Japanese Life – Ep 02]: Anika from Germany
It’s time for another episode of “My Japanese Life”. This series has been brought to life to show you the different kinds of lifestyles, visa types and experiences of foreigners living in Japan. Today’s...
Do Look Down or You’ll Miss the Cool Designs of Japanese Manhole Covers
If you’ve ever been to Japan, there’s no way you could have missed them. I’m talking about the most beautiful manhole covers in the whole wide world! It’s certainly no exaggeration to claim that Japanese manhole covers are true...
Mobile Wi-Fi Rental in Japan
When you’re in Japan, you probably need to look up some tourist information, check timetables or use Google Maps. In order to do so, you need Wi-Fi / internet access. While the free Wi-Fi spots’ situation in Japan has...
How to Obtain a Driving Permit for Tourists in Japan
Previously I’ve written about driving in Japan and how to obtain or even renew a Japanese driver’s license. But if you’re a tourist in Japan, that information probably isn’t very interesting. If you want to drive as a...
How to use a Working Holiday Visa in Japan the right way
Did you know that Japan offers a Working Holiday Visa to young individuals of a variety of nationalities, allowing them to stay in Japan for a duration of 6-18 months (depending on the nationality) and to accept almost any fully...
[My Japanese Life – Ep 01]: Jasmine T. from Germany
Welcome to this new series that I call “My Japanese Life”. As I get so many similar questions concerning visa, work and life in general in Japan, I thought having various people share their experience is probably the...
2 Years After Leaving: Life in Germany vs Japan
I know it’s been quite a while since I last posted, but trust me, this blog isn’t dead yet. Actually I’m hitting the 2-year mark since my return from Japan soon. I figured it might be interesting to share my experience and...
Usagi Cafe Ohisama – Super Kawaii Rabbit Cafe in Tokyo
Are you a cat cafe fan looking for a new animal cafe experience? Your next step should be to visit a rabbit cafe. Located in Shimo-Kitazawa, a hip town in Tokyo with heaps of funky cafes and restaurants, Usagi Cafe Ohisama is a...