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 reportedly have the lowest levels of safety-related anxiety in the world – people leave their … Read more
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 Automotive over the years.Where, when and why did you move abroad? When I was twenty-five … Read more
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 a business difficult enough even for Japanese citizens. However, foreign nationals need to also deal … Read more
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 ones; below are ten examples. Some are words and phrases that can be translated literally, … Read more
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 curriculum of their home country. The fees at international schools can be high and there … Read more
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 interest in languages, travel, and teaching. With that in mind, after graduating from university I … Read more
Japan has the highest overall life expectancy with the male life expectancy at 85 and the female life expectancy at 87.3. From diet and exercise to lifestyle and health care, Japan seems to have managed to strike the right balance. Let’s take a look at some of the reasons why people in Japan are so … Read more
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 memorable experience, and while there are a variety of must-try dishes; here is our list … Read more
Japan is a country of contrasts with its serene natural beauty and many Buddhist temples on one hand, and on the other, the high technology and innovation for which its cities like Tokyo are world-renowned. The country also has a plethora of places to explore and things to do, making it quite an exciting place … Read more
It’s not really necessary for expats living in Japan to learn Japanese. This is especially true in cities like Tokyo or Osaka. But many who make the country their home prefer learning at least some basic Japanese so they can communicate better with their Japanese friends and integrate into the lifestyle and culture. Some knowledge … Read more