Sharing experiences and useful information about life in Japan

A job interview guide in Japan for career changers. Discover common questions with sample answers, company research tips, and interview day etiquette to pass with confidence.

My interview experience for a Senior Engineer / Tech Lead position at a global Japanese company. Sharing my journey from deciding to interview, to receiving an offer, declining a competing offer, and negotiating to secure the offer half a year in advance.

A complete guide for Tokyo residents on how to receive 11,000 points (equivalent to 11,000 yen) from the Tokyo App. Includes step-by-step instructions with images on registering, verifying your My Number card, and exchanging points for PayPay, dPoint, and Rakuten.

A complete guide covering everything you need to know about Yucho Bank (ゆうちょ / Japan Post Bank) accounts for foreigners in Japan.

Discover keyboard shortcuts to easily fix mistyped English words while using a Japanese keyboard (IME) in seconds on Windows and macOS. A simple trick to speed up your workflow.

Have you ever celebrated your birthday alone in a foreign country?

A complete guide to UNO rules, including how to play, dealing cards, meanings of Draw 2, Reverse, Skip, Wild, Wild Draw 4, Snorlax, Greninja, penalties, challenges, and 2-player rules.

Sharing some personal experiences and my journey of finding a beautiful apartment to rent in Japan. I hope this helps you quickly find your ideal home!

March 11, 2011, completely changed my life. From a shy, lost underachiever, I began a journey of self-transformation and found my dream. This is a story of awakening, hard work, and my journey to Japan.

Download standard Japanese Rirekisho and Shokumu Keirekisho templates to create a professional application and boost your chances of getting hired in the IT industry.

Want to get Japan Permanent Residency quickly? Learn how to shorten the wait from 10 years to just 1 year with the 80-point Highly Skilled Professional Visa. Read the detailed journey here.

A comprehensive summary of the necessary documents and forms required for the Japan Permanent Residence Visa application under the Highly Skilled Professional Visa category. A detailed guide on required paperwork.

A step-by-step guide on how to fill out the Application for Permission for Permanent Residence (永住許可申請書). Includes important notes to avoid discrepancies with the Immigration Bureau.

In this post, I share my experience passing the JLPT N1 for lazy learners—specifically for those who didn't study at all and just showed up on exam day.

Learn how to quickly and easily apply for the JCB Card Loan FAITH. With a maximum limit of up to 9 million yen, it is an ideal financial solution for emergencies.

This article guides you on how to apply for a JCB Recruit card, the necessary documents, and the steps to take after receiving your card.

Learn how to use PayPay for payments in Japan. This guide covers the steps from downloading the app to making transactions, including how to create and register a PayPay account.

Learn how to easily register for Mercari Japan and get 500 yen for free. This guide offers step-by-step instructions on creating an account to start buying and selling second-hand items online in Japan.

A detailed overview comparing Credit Cards and Card Loans. Learn the benefits and limitations of each to make an informed decision suitable for your personal circumstances.

Learn about the term "Nominication" in the Japanese business environment and discover how after-hours socializing impacts workplace relationships.

Learn how to easily change your App Store region to Japan. This detailed step-by-step guide shows you exactly how to switch your App Store country settings on your phone.

A detailed and easy-to-understand guide on how to read a salary slip in Japan, helping you grasp the meaning of each item and understand the labor rights you are entitled to.

A convenient, compact shopping bag that fits in your hand. Discover the Shupatto shopping bag in Japan, perfect for grocery runs and daily use.

A detailed guide on preparing wedding envelopes in Japan: choosing the right envelope, gift amounts, writing instructions, and taboos to avoid.