How has life in Japan changed you?
Hey everyone. Just wondering if living in Japan has made any long-term impacts in your life. Before moving…
Torikizoku is still the best
Lately, I see some adults criticizing Torikizoku, but honestly, it’s still the cheapest and tastes the best. For…
I want cheapest wired wifi suggestions.
my apartment can be used for cable wired wifi and I am using softbank wifi which I have…
Recommendations on where to buy an engagement ring?
Hey guys, first time posting here. I'm trying to gather any opinions, insights, just anything to help me…
Considering my post-Japan chapter
I know there’s been similar threads before but I would like to hear from other people who’ve done…
Coffee beans doubled in price
I used to order French roast coffee beans from Amazon and I've been doing so for almost 10…
Examples of voluntary redundancies packages/severances for global companies in Japan
Hello folks Would like to seek advice from this forum. What has been your experience, what have you…
Out of time to convert driver’s license? Options?
Hi all. I recently moved from California to Japan. I am trying to convert my CA license to…
IUJ vs. Ritsumeikan APU: Which actually carries weight for working abroad?
Hey everyone, looking for some blunt advice. I’ve been accepted to two grad programs in Japan and I’m…
Social life & dating as an international student in Tokyo?
Hi all. I’m currently living in Tokyo as a graduate student and wanted to ask about the social…
Is it normal in Japan to show reference images (like anime hairstyles) to hair stylists?
I’m currently living in Japan and wanted to ask about general salon culture here. When getting a haircut…
General Discussion Thread – 27 January 2026
Mid-week discussion thread time! Feel free to talk about what's on your mind, new experiences, recommendations, anything really.…