Anyone with a mystery stomach bug?
Has anyone else had a non specific stomach bug? Kid 1 had a few hours of vomiting about…
Bicycle renting or purchasing in Tokyo
Hey there! I recently moved to Tokyo, and was exploring the neighborhood over the weekend. I realised how…
Moving to a new prefecture while waiting for a new residence card (student changing to work visa)
Hi everyone. I'm currently under "student" status, and I will move to my new address on March 1.…
How hard is to find a job without college degree being a beginner?
I’m 25 now, and came to japan at the age of 17, and been working in factories only…
Engineer visa to Dependent visa, then working full-time remotely for a Philippine employer
Hi everyone, I’m currently in Japan on an Engineer / Specialist in Humanities / International Services visa. My…
New cycling law – what to do when you cannot safely bike on the street?
Where I live in Japan, there are quiet side streets, and I have no problem biking on those,…
Removing stickers from discarded stuff
I occasionally recover items that are earmarked for removal to be discarded. The owners of these items must…
Real stante agency is charging me a different amount than stated on contract. Is this a scam?
Hi everyone, I’m looking for advice regarding a rental situation in Japan. I recently signed a lease for…
Terrible super flu, anyone else? How are you guys coping?
Started feeling off last Monday, and am still pretty much down. It’s been a week. Longest bout of…
South Asian Bride Looking for a Makeup Artist m
Hi everyone! I’m a South Asian bride-to-be living in Japan and planning to get married here soon. I’ve…
How much of a hassle really is getting an apartment without a refrigerator and stove?
I've lived in Japan for a long time, but some of the only good places recently are from…
Can a baito take 3 weeks off for travel?
Hi I’m currently working part-time (baito) about 5 days a week and I pay taxes in Japan. I’m…