Ask any foreigner living in Japan what confused them most in their first month, and garbage sorting will be near the top of the list. Not the language. Not the trains. The garbage. It sounds trivial until you are standing in front of six differentβ¦
Author: Miyabi
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Japan Autumn Leaves 2026
For a lot of people, autumn β not spring β is the best time to be in Japan. The crowds are big but not sakura-big, the weather is dry and comfortable, and the colour lasts for weeks instead of days. But 2026 comes with anβ¦
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Where to Buy Electronics in Tokyo 2026: Every Shop, Compared
Short answer: for the widest selection and English-speaking staff, go to Yodobashi Camera Akiba or a Bic Camera flagship. For late-night bargains and travel gadgets, go to Don Quijote. For used gear at half price, go to Sofmap or Hard Off. And if you canβ¦
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Dashi Explained 2026: The Japanese Stock Behind Every Dish
π What you will learnYou do not have to read it all β jump to what you need.The invisible ingredient behind almost every Japanese dishThe four building blocksHow to make dashi from scratchThe shortcuts: what Japanese households actually useWhat to buy: a starter shopping listStorage:β¦
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Kotatsu Guide 2026
π What you will learnYou do not have to read it all β jump to what you need.The one piece of Japanese furniture that ruins winter everywhere elseWhat exactly is a kotatsu?Choosing a kotatsu: six decisionsWhat to buy: the three-part shopping listLiving with a kotatsu:β¦
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Best Areas to Live in Tokyo for Foreigners (2026 Guide)
Choosing where to live is one of the biggest decisions you'll make as a foreigner in Tokyo. The right neighborhood can mean an easy commute, English-friendly services, great food, and a community that helps you settle in fast. This 2026 guide breaks down the bestβ¦
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Getting Married in Japan as a Foreigner (2026)
Getting married in Japan as a foreigner is absolutely possible β but the paperwork can feel intimidating if you don't know the steps. Whether you're marrying a Japanese national or another foreigner, this 2026 guide walks you through exactly which documents you need, where toβ¦
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Secondhand Shopping in Japan (2026): Mercari, 2nd STREET
Tax-free shopping in Japan changes on 1 November 2026 Until 31 October you show your passport at the till and simply pay without the 10% consumption tax. From 1 November you pay the full tax-included price in the shop and claim the tax back atβ¦
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Going to the Dentist in Japan (2026)
Tooth pain never waits for a convenient moment. If you live in Japan and dread the idea of explaining a toothache in Japanese, this guide walks you through the entire process β finding an English-friendly dentist, what happens at your first visit, how much itβ¦
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How to Quit Your Job in Japan (2026): Resignation Rules, Visa
Quitting a job in Japan can feel intimidating β the paperwork, the pressure to stay, the visa questions, the famous reluctance of some companies to simply let people go. Here is the good news: the law is firmly on your side. This guide covers yourβ¦