Is Japan actually racist against white people specifically or they are not used to being minorities
I see online a lot of white people feel so targeted by racism in Japan. I recently moved…
The Elusive American Dog
Ive lived in Japan for 7 years now and I remember conbinis when I first moved here had…
Advice: Withdrawal from Job Offer
I badly need advice. I received a job offer in March and because it is a really good…
someone please explain how Japan housing is protected from becoming investments for foreign money?
I come from Canada, I literally got priced out from where I grew up, houses are worth 1…
what are the odds of my visa not being changed?
I’m currently an ALT who is finishing their first year on JET and in the process of changing…
Sent a package home via EMS, tracking shows “Returned to Sender”
Sent a box on March 31st via EMS Air, decided to check tracking now and I see it…
General Discussion Thread – 07 April 2026
Mid-week discussion thread time! Feel free to talk about what's on your mind, new experiences, recommendations, anything really.…
Need help about housing rental issue
I am currently renting a residence in Ikebukuro. However, due to an accident that occurred while I was…
OSS Waseda University Summer School 2026
Hi! I’m heading to Waseda University for summer school this June and feeling a bit nervous going alone…
Applying to Aoba (A-JIS) Online IB Program
I am planning to apply to A-JIS's online IB program. Does anyone have any experiences with it? The…
Need two new eSIMS – any provider recommendations?
I've been using LINEMO throughout my entire time in Japan, but it doesn't fit my needs anymore so…
Air conditioner cleaning
Dear Fellow Residents of Tokyo, We got a flyer in our mail box today from Keiyo Gas, advertising…