New grad living expenses
I’m 23 I got a job offer for an entry level IT job in Tokyo. I’m a new…
Rakuten Card double charging? Prepaid in Dec, but Jan/Feb still charged
Hi everyone, I’m really confused about Rakuten Card’s billing and hoping someone can help me understand what’s going…
Getting married, affidavit trouble
As the title states, trying to get married but the ward office doesn’t recognize the changes to the…
Why would my neighbor set off firecrackers in his garden?
I’m genuinely curious. To scare away insects or crows? I didn’t want to ask him directly because he…
Collecting dog in cargo area Osaka KIX
Hi, my dog is arriving from the UK via cargo 1 hour before me next week. The process…
Dressing retention tape?
Trying to get hold of some Dynafix Dressing Retention Tape but it's so damn expensive here. Are there…
Outdoor cafes and dining options for casual drop-ins and hangouts….
With the warmer weather coming up and spring almost here (this weekend might even hit 20°C / 68°F),…
Foreign SWE built an entire startup’s tech stack solo — am I underpaid or just inexperienced?
[Advice] Foreign SWE here, built most of the tech for a small startup, not sure if I'm being…
Spousal visa questions
Has anyone applied for a Japanese spousal visa and their partner a US visa? I am considering getting…
Where can I find crumbly, American-style loose sausage meat? (Not wieners!)
I’m struggling to find "crumbly" sausage meat in Japanese supermarkets. Everything seems to be links/wieners with a snap.…
Is there anything to do in Fukushima City?
I'll be popping up to the city for a competition in March and then staying for a few…
Looking for English-friendly volunteer work or free activities in Tokyo
Hi! Does anyone know of places where English speakers can volunteer, or any free activities available? Preferably something…