Top 10 Safety Tips For Expat Women In Japan

Japan has a reputation for being exceptionally safe. The crime rate is incredibly low, and various international studies have placed Japan right at the top of the list of safe countries, along with places like Canada and Iceland. Japanese citizens

Jonathan, Tokyo

Who are you? My name is Jonathan, originally from the UK, and live in central Tokyo writing about some of the more curious aspects of Japan in my blog TenguLife.com after being a full-time expat working in Sports, Luxury and

Starting A Business In Japan – 4 Things You Should Know

Starting a business in Japan can be incredibly difficult for foreigners. Japanese bureaucracy can be extremely confusing and demanding, requiring huge amounts of paperwork and documentation, all of which needs to be done just right. This of course makes starting

Ten Japanese Words That Don’t Translate Into English

One of the delights of learning a new language is discovering words that have no equivalent in your own language, words that you never imagined existed, but that capture ideas that are quite familiar. The Japanese language has some wonderful

An Overview Of International Schools in Japan

Japan has a range of reputed international schools that offer diverse curricula for students. Expats often choose to send their children to these schools because they provide international education such as the International Baccalaureate, or they may follow the national

Annabelle, Tochigi

Who are you? Hi! My name is Annabelle. I’m a 24 year old woman from Wellington, New Zealand. I write a blog about my experiences called Origami Kiwi. Where, when and why did you move abroad? I’ve always had an

5 Foods You Must Try When Living In Japan

Japanese cuisine enjoys an excellent reputation around the world. While sushi may be the most popular Japanese dish in many parts of the globe, the country also produces many other delectable foods. Sampling Japanese cuisine in Japan itself is a