Sony Bank to discontinue English services/version, resorting to AI translation for support.
Goes into effect March 2026. Kind of silly, it takes like 2 people to maintain an English version…
Annual physical exam
I tried to make an appointment for my annual physical at the place I have been using for…
Where can I find the winning numbers for the nengajo (New Years cards) lottery?
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Weekly Weekend Thread – 19 January 2026
It's Monday! Did you do anything over the weekend? Go somewhere? Meet someone? Try something new? Post…
500 yen coins: Is it just me or does coin automats often struggle with accepting them?
This has happened to me at least two times now. Once at a drink box which are everywhere…
House hunting along Tokyu Toyoko Line – which areas in Nakahara/Kohoku are flatter for cycling?
My partner and I are starting our house search and hoping to stay along the Tokyu Toyoko Line.…
Rakuten locked my account while I have orders out for delivery, what can I do?
I opened a Rakuten account and ordered a fridge and a chair mat yetsterday, both scheduled for delivery…
Supplimental health insuance options (and their worth)
Wife is asking me to sign up for medical/cancer/life insurance at the Hoken Mado-Guchi, and looking for opinions…
Need advice: student visa → SSW Accommodation in Osaka
Hi everyone, I’m currently studying at a Japanese language school in Osaka and recently passed the Specified Skilled…
Are gyuudon chain restaurants as bad as McDonald’s and others?
Listen, I know restaurants like Matsuya, Sukiya and etc are considered fast food options but I was surprised…
English Speaking Vet Recommendation
Hello! Does anyone know a good English speaking vet in Tokyo? My dog has been trembling for 10…
Did you buy a House or an Apartment for your family?
For those of you who own your home here—did you choose an apartment/mansion or a house? What were…