Question for those working in Japanese-only places
If you’re currently working in a Japanese-only environment, I would like to know.. What JLPT level are you?…
Seeking English speaking doctors and medical clinic/services
Hey everyone. I'm looking for a doctor/medical clinic that offers services in Enlgish, preferably in the Shibuya/Ebisu/Harajuku areas,…
Shower ventilation for unit bath
Any tips on the best way to ventilate a unit shower/bath that you typically get in Japan? For…
Leaving Tokyo for 1–2 years – how to move and store belongings locally?
I've been living in a Tokyo apartment for the last year (Asakusa/Kuramae area) and I have a unique…
Do you know where in Tokyo region I can get battery replacement for samsung S23 bought overseas? URG
My phone is dead basically, in the last 12 hours it had 2 sudden battery drains and I…
Weekly Praise Thread – 30 January 2026
It's that time of the week again. Please boast and share about the good things that have happened…
Best place to work for an introvert?
I've recently finished immigration papers to join a company as a 新卒 (start ４月)、so I hope that you'd…
What of the below costs can be reduced for a house rental?
Fire Insurance fee : 20000 Initial payment for guarantor company : 68,000 100% of total rent 10,000/year Key…
How to tell girlfriend’s parents about pregnancy after just meeting them?
I'm a foreign resident, 33M. I met my girlfriend’s parents for the first time over New Year’s. We’re…
Can’t live without these Japanese conveniences.
Hey everyone. What Japanese convenience/service/item have you gotten so used to that you miss it if you ever…
People asking for money
Forgive my audacity for posting on low karma. Curious to hear if anyone has encountered people approaching you…
Parallel Train Connections
Sometimes, when luck enough, I’ll be aware that a parallel train is across the way from my train…