Naturalization process – Anyone else applying?
I’m in the process of applying for Japanese citizenship. I live on the outskirts of Tokyo, and my…
Applying for Status Change but Passport expiring in April
I need advice. I've been unemployed for a few months, applying and interviewing with no results. At this…
Tokyo clinics that can prescribe Concerta?
Hi, Does anyone know of a clinic in Tokyo that can prescribe Concerta relatively quickly? I have an…
Is it normal when you get a new/used car from dealers, the car has almost no gas? less than 1/4?
I bought a car recently and typically, when I've bought both new and used cars in the states,…
Hamburger Bun GOLDMINE (if you have the space) – pics in comments
Short, unnecessary story time: In trying to save money and an hour-long round trip to Matsudo, I've been…
Horizontally and vertically symmetrical kanji – 幸
I think there are only a very few kanjis that are (horizontally and vertically) symmetrical. The only ones…
Vent post… everyone I know is leaving
Hey all, I've been in Tokyo since 2018, and lately it feels like everyone's packing up and leaving,…
Chain thrift stores like Goodwill in Japan?
Hi folks, I'm cleaning out my wardrobe and I've got some clothes that aren't valuable enough to try…
PR Application Denied for my newborn (Any similar experience?)
Update: It was rejected on the ground of late payment of residence tax after my wife quitted her…
Cancelling Softbank Contract
Today i went to Softbank to cancel the contract which was made 6 days ago but I was…
Anyone know where i can find this kotatsu replacement controller?
hello! i hope everyones new year is going well. I accidentally broke my kotatsu controller and am having…
Post Covid life changes? I started a restaurant pop-up
I’ve always loved cooking and I needed a new challenge after working online during the pandemic. Luckily there’s…