There are many ways to get internet access in Japan. One of the most popular option for tourists is renting a mobile router aka pocket […]
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Saving on Taxi Fares in Tokyo
It is not a secret that taxis in Japan go by relatively expensive metered rates. While the flag-down fee varies from prefecture to prefecture, the subsequent […]
A pictorial guide on sending parcels via JP Post (Yu-Pack)
To send parcels within Japan, you can use the Yu-Pack (ゆうパック) service provided by JP Post. It is convenient, fast and very reliable. You can also […]
Avoiding Crowds on Your Holiday Trip To Japan
While parts of the year like the cherry blossoms season and snowy winter are popular with most tourists (domestic and international), some people simply want to […]
What is Heisei? – Understanding a Date in the Japanese Calendar
In Japan, there are currently two main calendar systems used, mainly differentiated by the year of reference. What you would already be familiar is the […]
Filling up registration forms in Japan
Whether you are living in Japan, buying Japanese products online or travelling in Japan, you may sometimes face the prospect of having to fill up […]