I sent an agent 9 properties I’m interested in renting. 8 said they won’t rent to foreigners.
Is this ratio common? When I was last apartment searching about 5 years ago I didnt run into…
What is your opinion on kaiseki? Is it more about presentation/ tradition than about taste?
This is a topic that came up when I was out drinking with some Japanese friends. We talked…
WA state CDL japanese lifehack
CDL – is a commercial driver license in USA, so just wanna share with you some exclusive info…
From international school to 中学校 (Tokyo)
Hi all, Background: Child in the international school, would be 5年生 if in 小学校. One option is to…
Asking Japanese manager for recommendation letter — any risks?
Hey everyone, I’m currently working at a Japanese automotive OEM (about 2 years. Been working in the Japanese…
9 Months in and I want to Switch Job (to Shizuoka)
I just moved in to Japan December last year and been working in a company that does life…
Mansion or house some things to know before purchasr
I am currently awaiting my PR confirmation. I live in an area where there are very few people…
Best creams for burned/irritated underarm skin?
I’ve been using an anti-perspirant and deodorant for a while and while it didn’t feel like it was…
Weekly Weekend Thread – 01 September 2025
It's Monday! Did you do anything over the weekend? Go somewhere? Meet someone? Try something new? Post…
I want to buy a car and I have a 2 month old baby
I'm planning to buy a used car soon and have narrowed it down to three options: Toyota Prius…
Verbally harassed by a Japanese grandpa
I (f17) was verbally harassed by a Japanese grandpa today on the streets. For some context, My mom’s…
The mystery of backwards numbers on on the outside of cooking pots
I’m sorry I can’t post an images here as the community doesn’t allow it. So I will do…