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• July 24, 2024

  Adopting Pets in Japan: 2024 Guide

  Looking to adopt a pet? Check out our guide to learn about the process of adoption, and the best ani...

  Looking to adopt a pet? Check out our guide to learn about the process of adoption, and the best animal shelters in Japan.

• July 24, 2024

  "Sodai Gomi" in Japan: How to throw away your oversized garbage

  Sodai gomi, or oversized garbage, is disposed of differently than regular trash. Read our guide to f...

  Sodai gomi, or oversized garbage, is disposed of differently than regular trash. Read our guide to find out how to correctly get rid of larg...

• July 18, 2024

  Comprehensive Guide to Childcare in Japan for International Families in 2024

  Discover the complete list of options for childcare in Japan and a step-by-step guide to decide whic...

  Discover the complete list of options for childcare in Japan and a step-by-step guide to decide which is the best choice, especially for an ...

• July 18, 2024

  Japan Emergency Kit Prep: A Survival Guide

  Japan is no stranger to earthquakes. Prepare for the worst-case scenario with our natural disaster p...

  Japan is no stranger to earthquakes. Prepare for the worst-case scenario with our natural disaster prep guide.

• July 18, 2024

  Please Be Kind To Me: The True Meaning of Yoroshiku Onegaishimasu

  Originally meaning “treat me well”, “Yoroshiku” is a handy phrase that can mean many things. Find ou...

  Originally meaning “treat me well”, “Yoroshiku” is a handy phrase that can mean many things. Find out what the mysterious phrase is all abou...

• July 18, 2024

  Your Guide To Halal Food in Japan

  Looking for the best halal food in Japan? We have you covered. Explore the best halal food Japan has...

  Looking for the best halal food in Japan? We have you covered. Explore the best halal food Japan has to offer in our detailed guide.

• July 18, 2024

  Vegan Food in Japan: A Guide [2024]

  If you’re worried about missing out on Japan’s delicious food as a vegan, don’t be! Read our guide t...

  If you’re worried about missing out on Japan’s delicious food as a vegan, don’t be! Read our guide to discover the best vegan food in Japan....

• July 10, 2024

  LGBTQ in Japan: Is Japan LGBTQ Friendly?

  Japan is a welcoming country, but does its hospitality extend to LGBTQIA+ individuals? Find out what...

  Japan is a welcoming country, but does its hospitality extend to LGBTQIA+ individuals? Find out what being queer is like in Japan in this po...

• July 9, 2024

  Retirement Age in Japan: A Guide For Foreign Professionals

  Looking forward to planning your retirement? Here’s all you need to know about the retirement age in...

  Looking forward to planning your retirement? Here’s all you need to know about the retirement age in Japan and how companies approach it.

• July 8, 2024

  Bouldering in Japan: Gyms and Starter Guide

  Japan is a great place for bouldering regardless of your climbing experience. Read our guide to find...

  Japan is a great place for bouldering regardless of your climbing experience. Read our guide to find out all about it.

• July 5, 2024

  Taking the leap: How to move from the U.S. to Japan

  There are many ways to move to Japan from the U.S. Japan Dev can help you land that job from abroad....

  There are many ways to move to Japan from the U.S. Japan Dev can help you land that job from abroad. From there, you have to decide what typ...

• June 27, 2024

  “The Alchemist”: Interview with Angelica Wang

  An interview with Angelica Wang, the Customer Success Manager at Japan Dev. She shares her journey o...

  An interview with Angelica Wang, the Customer Success Manager at Japan Dev. She shares her journey of coming to Japan through JET, getting i...

• June 25, 2024

  “Into the Unknown” Interview with Eric Turner, founder of Japan Dev (Part 2)

  In continuation to Part 1 of the interview with the Founder of Japan Dev, Eric shares his insight on...

  In continuation to Part 1 of the interview with the Founder of Japan Dev, Eric shares his insight on the changes happening in Japan’s tech s...

• June 19, 2024

  “Into the Unknown” Interview with Eric Turner, founder of Japan Dev (Part 1)

  Eric, the Founder of Japan Dev, shares his personal journey of how he came to Japan and reflects on ...

  Eric, the Founder of Japan Dev, shares his personal journey of how he came to Japan and reflects on his career transitions over the decade.

• June 17, 2024

  Nomikai: Surviving Japan’s drinking get-togethers

  Drinking parties are an important part of office culture in Japan. But what happens at these events,...

  Drinking parties are an important part of office culture in Japan. But what happens at these events, what etiquette do you need to follow, a...

• June 12, 2024

  What Does "Daijobu" Mean in Japanese? Meaning, Origin, and Alternatives

  “It’s okay”, “All right”, “I’m good”… Daijobu can mean all of these and more. Read to find out the r...

  “It’s okay”, “All right”, “I’m good”… Daijobu can mean all of these and more. Read to find out the real meaning of “Daijobu” and its origin....

• April 26, 2024

  How To Get Your "My Number" Card In Japan: A Foreigner’s Guide

  My Number Card is an essential document for every resident in Japan. Read our guide to find out how ...

  My Number Card is an essential document for every resident in Japan. Read our guide to find out how to get one issued as a foreign resident....

• April 26, 2024

  Getting a "Juminhyo" in Japan: How to Obtain Your Residence Record

  Getting a copy of your resident records ("juminhyo") issued is something you’ll eventually have to d...

  Getting a copy of your resident records ("juminhyo") issued is something you’ll eventually have to do in Japan. Read to find out all the way...

• April 26, 2024

  Top Yoga Studios In Tokyo (With English-speaking Instructors!)

  Yoga is the perfect two-in-one deal for getting in shape and relieving stress. Here are the top Engl...

  Yoga is the perfect two-in-one deal for getting in shape and relieving stress. Here are the top English-speaking yoga studios you can join t...

• April 26, 2024

  Japan’s Luggage Delivery Services: How and When to Use Them

  If you’re traveling in Japan, be sure to send your luggage in advance! Here’s all you need to know a...

  If you’re traveling in Japan, be sure to send your luggage in advance! Here’s all you need to know about the popular luggage delivery servic...