My coffee mug from Hakone Open Air Museum and pics of the museum
Someone posted their recent Japan trip pics with a shot from Hakone Open Air Museum. I mentioned I…
Anyone get the Japanese Encephalitis (JE) vaccine as an adult?
My older son just turned 3 and I was prepping his vaccine paperwork for the 日本脳炎 (Japanese Encephalitis)…
Fun experiences/taiken to do with a partner
I recently got engaged to a wonderful woman whose love language is quality time. Outside of our time…
Please help me find old expat Youtube channel
I used to watch a YouTube channel, active in the early 2010 I believe. It was a white…
Aguni Island
Aguni Island is amazing because there are hardly any tourists! There’s also a campsite. However, since there aren’t…
Premium JLPT apps
if I'm going to pay for ONE app that has a JLPT course or Syllabus, and is on…
Useful Japanese phrasing from a real rent increase negotiation in Japan
I’m a native Japanese speaker, and I recently received a rent increase notice for my apartment renewal in…
Just now, there were 3 different Network TV stations covering the lost deer in Osaka
NTV, TBS, and FujiTV – all covering this "news" for over 30min. I've been living here for well…
Please assist me with some guidance. Want to move to Japan for language with a family member (20s & 50s)!
Hello, Although this may sound extreme, we are serious about this lifestyle change. Firstly some background. I am…
The “When, How & What” specifics of negotiating a Salary Offer in Japan
Hello! I just got my first job offer here in Japan, and with a target company to boot!…
Shinjuku APA hotel
Would an APA hotel in Shinjuku allow me to drop off my bags early with the front desk…
10 years experience instead of bachelors?
Hey all, Looking to understand the requirements for Visas with 10 years experience. Looking to potentially coach/manager in…
My essay, please give feedback
I've been learning Japanese actively for 6 months. Today I need to write an essay about something I…