Missing space between first and middle names
Hello all! Just had a baby last December and did all necessary procedures that come after (special mention:…
Possible harassment from neighbors
Recently, I've moved into a new apartment due to my old neighbors causing a really bad roach infestation.…
Dominos Pizza – What’s the deal?
What’s your opinion on the taste of dominos here compared to your own country Edit: Thought I’d be…
Locals with tattoos in the Onsen
Staying at a ryokan with the spouse (I’m an American, she was born in east Asia). She blends…
How are Master’s degrees perceived in Japan?
Hi everyone, I’m trying to understand how the Japanese hiring system views a Master’s degree, particularly in comparison…
Weekly Weekend Thread – 16 February 2026
It's Monday! Did you do anything over the weekend? Go somewhere? Meet someone? Try something new? Post…
my abusive ex husband has visitation rights but my child doesnt like going (trigger warning)
is there anything i can do about this? abuse was grabbing and carrying my child by his head…
how half Japanese people are perceived in Japan?
Hi, something happened today in Minato-ku, Tokyo and I wanted to get some opinions. I was outside a…
Having a baby and life changes
My (36M North America) and Japanese fiancee (31F) will have a baby coming in September. We live in…
Student Visa Work Hours Question
Hello! I am just confused, please help me! I’m currently on spring vacation and am planning to take…
What to look for when buying an oldish apartment room?
Hey, So my wife and I are looking to buy in Tokyo and we've across some listings that…
House options after purchase
We are in the middle of purchasing a house (just finished the loan application) and although purchase isn’t…