Hamburger Bun GOLDMINE (if you have the space) – pics in comments
Short, unnecessary story time: In trying to save money and an hour-long round trip to Matsudo, I've been…
Horizontally and vertically symmetrical kanji – 幸
I think there are only a very few kanjis that are (horizontally and vertically) symmetrical. The only ones…
Vent post… everyone I know is leaving
Hey all, I've been in Tokyo since 2018, and lately it feels like everyone's packing up and leaving,…
Chain thrift stores like Goodwill in Japan?
Hi folks, I'm cleaning out my wardrobe and I've got some clothes that aren't valuable enough to try…
PR Application Denied for my newborn (Any similar experience?)
Update: It was rejected on the ground of late payment of residence tax after my wife quitted her…
Cancelling Softbank Contract
Today i went to Softbank to cancel the contract which was made 6 days ago but I was…
Anyone know where i can find this kotatsu replacement controller?
hello! i hope everyones new year is going well. I accidentally broke my kotatsu controller and am having…
Post Covid life changes? I started a restaurant pop-up
I’ve always loved cooking and I needed a new challenge after working online during the pandemic. Luckily there’s…
Why do people here panic so much at the thought of speaking English?
I’ve been here almost three years and working in a non-touristy area of Tokyo that’s quite out of…
What somewhat significant changes in Japanese society have you seen happen here during your time.
Hey everyone. What are some cultural/societal changes you’ve noticed here over the years, for better or worse? When…
Labor Shortages, Population Decline, and Japan’s Resistance to Diversity
Japan faces labor shortages and a shrinking population, yet it continues to resist diversity and inclusion. Foreigners are…
Does it cost money to be poor in Japan
In the US there are many ways it is expensive to be poor. Having to pay to have…