Electricity (AC) in Japan

When it comes to using appliances or devices you brought to Japan (or using Japanese devices outside of Japan), there are a few things to take […]

Useful Websites (in English) for Living in Japan

Here is a list of some useful sites (which are in English) for living in Tokyo, or to some extent, Japan. This will be updated periodically. […]

Japanese Scholarships for International Students

Japan is one of the countries that offers the most scholarships for foreign students per year. However, from the point of view of students, one […]

Travelling To and From the Airports in Tokyo

Taxi Very few seasoned tourists in Japan would resort to taking taxis to travel to/from the airport. The main reason is the sheer costliness, especially […]

Cycling in Tokyo

It is not uncommon to find many cyclists on the roads in Tokyo… From mothers ferrying children in their electric-powered mamacharis* to salarymen sweating it […]

Renting an apartment in Tokyo – pitfalls and what not

Finding an apartment to rent as a foreigner is notoriously difficult in Japan. There are various barriers and considerations to take note of. I will […]

Some spots in urban Tokyo for viewing autumn colors

Tokyo, a bustling urban center with millions of inhabitants, is not exactly known for its natural beauty. Despite this, there are many little spots of […]