Working and Living in Japan

Practical notes from studying, working, renting, shopping, healthcare, and everyday life in Japan.

TranslationPublished 2025-07-19

Three Years in Japan: Commuting, Parenting, and Work

Observations after three years in Japan on commuting, a child's Japanese growth, work realities, and public services.

TranslationPublished 2024-07-07Updated 2025-06-28

Reflections on summer life in Japan, Tanabata, overseas survival lessons, practical tactics, and a small traffic episode.

TranslationPublished 2024-04-23Updated 2025-06-25

A detailed list of household items, cost estimates, and moving/disposal considerations for an unfurnished Japanese rental.

TranslationPublished 2024-03-20Updated 2025-06-25

A personal note on getting haircuts in Japan and gradually learning to cut my own hair.

TranslationPublished 2024-07-29Updated 2025-06-24

Reflections on hiring costs, technical ability, Japanese learning, and the employment reality facing international students in Japan.

TranslationPublished 2024-03-24Updated 2025-06-22

Notes on everyday shopping in Japan, online platforms, Amazon returns, Mercari, and delivery redelivery.

TranslationPublished 2024-03-14Updated 2025-06-22

A practical introduction to sorting plastic, burnable, recyclable, and other household waste in Japan.

TranslationPublished 2024-03-24Updated 2025-06-21

An introduction to Japanese baseball culture, basic baseball rules, and the youthful intensity of the Koshien high-school tournament.

TranslationPublished 2024-03-17Updated 2025-06-21

A practical guide to applying for, replacing, and using a Suica card in Japan, including Shinkansen support and JRE POINT tips.

TranslationPublished 2024-03-20Updated 2025-06-17

Personal impressions of the Japanese films Dr. Koto's Clinic and Ginza 24 Posts.