Choco pie is so small now
The past month or so choco pie has become visibly smaller. Whats worse is the massive bag-hogging packaging…
How has a Master’s degree changed your career situation in Japan?
I am almost finished with a Master's degree in TESOL (Distance Learning in UK). However, it is a…
Buying a Honda N Wagon
This is for anyone who has experience driving a Honda N Wagon. I’m about to buy one used.…
Dads in Japan with little or no Japanese how did you manage after having a child?
I’m curious to hear from other dads in Japan who didn’t have much Japanese ability (or basically none)…
Widely recognized top-tier private derm clinics or hospitals in Tokyo for large facial mole excision
Hi everyone, my friend has a pigmented facial mole (~1.3 cm × 1.0 cm) and wants it removed…
Should I stay or accept new job offer?
Hi! I’m torn between staying in a stable role or taking a higher-level position at a new company…
At which point will you consider leaving Japan? Are there certain signals you’re watching out for?
– Looming Taiwan war – Rising xenophobia and a MAGA adjacent government – JPY falling lower and lower…
Anyone tried making a sourdough starter?
I’m thinking of starting making my own bread and I love sourdough. Any Japan specific tips to get…
Where can I find and reserve those station office cubicles?
Hello, To keep it pretty short, I have a remote job which means that occasionally I need to…
Favorite ノンアル beers?
Dry February and looking to explore some of the non-alcoholic beverage options available in the local supermarkets and…
Japan custody: father blocked from infant — what have people done that actually worked?
I live in Japan. I’m the father of a child born in October 2023. I’m still legally married…
Goodies from home… what do you ask for or pick up when you go back home
I recently had friends visit Japan and asked them to bring back a few items that are hard…