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Tokyo Residents Can Receive 11,000 Yen from February 2, 2026 – April 1, 2027

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Tokyo Residents Can Receive 11,000 Yen from February 2, 2026 – April 1, 2027 The Tokyo Metropolitan Government will provide Tokyo Points worth 11,000 yen to residents living in Tokyo through the Tokyo App Livelihood Support Program (東京アプリ生活応援事業). The program starts on: Who Is Eligible? This program is available to: How to Receive the 11,000 […]

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Unexpected Encounters: Ducks and an Elderly Man at Doho Park

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In February 2020, after returning from Mito to register my visa change from researcher to student, I decided to stop by Doho Park in Tsukuba. Upon arriving, I was surprised to see dozens of ducks gathering around an elderly man. It turned out that he was feeding the ducks, which numbered around fifty. This was

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Choosing the Best Phone Provider in Japan: My Personal Experience

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This time, I will share my experience of purchasing a phone number and data plan in Japan. In this digital era, life without the internet feels incomplete as all information can be accessed easily through it. While we can use laptops or computers with Wi-Fi, it’s not always practical. With a smartphone, everything becomes easier,

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Renting in Japan: Everything You Need to Know About Housing Options

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In this post, I will discuss how to find accommodation in Japan, whether it’s a house (一戸建て), apartment, or mansion. 1. Types of Accommodation in Japan If you are considering renting a house (一戸建て), the cost tends to be higher since you will be renting the entire building. A house offers more privacy and space—ideal

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How to Open a Bank Account in Japan: My Experience with Joyo, Yucho, and Sumitomo Banks

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In this post, I want to share my experience of opening a bank account in Japan. Japan offers many bank options, and this time I’ll share my experience of opening accounts at three commonly used banks: Joyo Bank (常陽銀行), Yucho Bank (ゆうちょ銀行), and Sumitomo Bank (三井住友銀行). Choosing the Right Bank Choosing the right bank depends

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Why You Should Have a My Number Card: Benefits and Practical Uses

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This time, I will discuss the importance and practicality of having a My Number Card (マイナンバーカード). Essentially, the My Number Card is an official identification card containing your personal tax number. This number is used for taxation purposes and other public services. In addition to taxation, the My Number Card can also be integrated into

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Japan Newcomers’ Checklist: Address Registration and Health Insurance Made Easy

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In this post, I will share the mandatory procedures that must be done by newcomers to Japan. As an example, I will use the services at Tsukuba City Hall, but this procedure also applies in other cities with slight variations. Registering Your Address The first procedure you need to complete is registering your residential address.

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9 September 2024 – Traffic Incidents: From a Reckless Jeep to an Overturned Car

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Today, I was on my way to the University of Tsukuba and then heading back home. Coincidentally, during the journey, I experienced two incidents that I never imagined would happen in Japan. First Incident:While I was on my way to Tsukuba University Area 1, precisely around Global Village/Oikoshi Dormitory, a Jeep suddenly came from the

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My First Post – Motivation to Japan: From Admiration of Technology to Studying in Japan

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Since high school, or perhaps even middle school, I have always dreamed of visiting Japan. One of the main reasons is my admiration for its incredible technological advancements, which many people trust. Moreover, I was also deeply inspired by the discipline that the Japanese society is famous for. However, my big dream of studying in

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