Living in JapanWhy Business Cards Are So Important in JapanBusiness cards are still heavily in use in Japan and they come with their own specific rules for handling them. In this…By Matt Russell • November 19, 2021
Tokyo ApartmentsRenting in Japan: Why You Need a Rental GuarantorIf you’ve ever looked for an apartment in Japan, you’ve heard of the term ‘rental guarantor’. In this article, we examine what…By Matt Russell • November 8, 2021
Living in JapanHabits you learn after living in JapanAfter living in Japan for a while, you tend to pick up Japanese habits that you never had before. This article takes…By Matt Russell • October 11, 2021
Living in JapanWhat is the JLPT and why is it so important to working in Japan?The JLPT test is a Japanese language proficiency test taken by many people all over the world each year. In this article,…By Matt Russell • October 4, 2021
Japan TravelA History of Japanese CastlesCastles are a fascinating part of Japanese culture and remain a major tourist draw even today. Japanese castles evolved to be quite…By Matt Russell • September 13, 2021
Living in JapanJapanese Summer Foods to Keep CoolSummary: The heat during a Japanese summer can sometimes be unbearable but thankfully, there are plenty of summer foods to eat. In…By Matt Russell • August 23, 2021
Living in JapanA Guide to Video Streaming Services in JapanMaybe you’re considering subscribing to a video streaming service in Japan. Which ones are available and how are they different to the…By Matt Russell • August 6, 2021
Living in JapanWhy are Japanese fascinated with blood type?Has anyone in Japan ever asked your blood type? Just like with horoscopes, in Japan blood types are a way of guessing…By Matt Russell • July 19, 2021
Living in JapanTips for going to a modern Japanese weddingAttending a modern Japanese wedding is a great experience and one that shouldn’t be missed. There are a few customs you should…By Matt Russell • July 1, 2021