Using body bag in Japan frowned upon for office work?
Hey guys, quick question. I’ve noticed that in Japan most people going to the office carry either a…
My BMI in japan is overweight ???
Just got my medical examination results today. Apparently, I'm overweight. I know I shouldn't be doubting official results…
Virginia Drivers License Reciprocity Agreement
For those that have/had a driver’s license from a U.S. state with a reciprocity agreement more specifically Virginia…
General Discussion Thread – 02 September 2025
Mid-week discussion thread time! Feel free to talk about what's on your mind, new experiences, recommendations, anything really.…
Police Stations for Fingerprinting?
I've seen some posts from people who were able to get the Japanese police to take fingerprints for…
For people who’ve lived in Japan 10+ years but never learned Japanese, how do you feel about it?
I’ve always been curious about this. I know quite a few people who’ve been in Japan for 10,…
Online Visa Renewal + Updating Banks
So my visa is up for renewal and it’s taken a little longer than expected for my company…
How to actually set up a hikari wifi? I’m a bit confused
Hi everyone, I'm a long time lurker. First I like to thank you this whole subreddit for providing…
Where is everyone getting their books from?!
Hi all! New Redditor but old Japanese soul who grew up in shitamachi Tokyo. Does anyone else have…
What exactly are my options? Are there any ways around this?
Im kind of in a sudden inconvenient situation . My visa(Specialist in humanities )is about to expire next…
AC use when not at home in Japan
I’m an American male living in Japan with my wife and seven year-old daughter, and now recently my…
Anyone receive copper IUD in Japan?
I’ve just moved (like a week ago) to Minato, Tokyo and I’m considering birth control options, likely the…