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Mar 29. 2020 Topics Caring For Your Clothes! An Explanation About What Those Pictures Mean When Washing Your Clothes １ Before you do your laundry... For foreigners visiting Tokyo from abroad or working in Tokyo, have you ever had questions about how to do your laundry? Foreigners often have trouble doing laundry, not only because of limited space, but also issues such as not knowing which detergent to choose, shrinking of important clothes, or having color trans...
Feb 11. 2020 Topics Live a comfortable and safe life in Tokyo! Information about legal consultation for foreigners １ If you get involved in trouble in Tokyo An increasing number of foreigners are moving to Tokyo and making Japan their home. However, living in Tokyo comfortably and with a sense of safety can be difficult without knowing Japanese law. If you become involved in trouble while in Tokyo, not only do you need the help of a specialist and knowledge on...
Feb 11. 2020 Topics Accommodation Information for Foreigners Visiting Tokyo! A summary of accommodation facilities that will give you an authentic "Japanese" experience. １ Japanese style accommodation facilities catering to "foreign tourists" is on the rise! With the increase of foreign tourists visiting Japan, a large number of accommodation facilities catering to foreign tourists are appearing all over Japan. Of course, foreigners traveling to Japan can find accommodations in Tokyo that are easily accessible fro...
Jan 21. 2020 Topics Important information for foreigners living in Tokyo. How to prevent catching a cold and how to keep warm in Tokyo １ Avoid crowds in Tokyo? Foreigners visiting Tokyo from abroad may be surprised by how crowded Tokyo is. In particular, those who are planning to stay in Tokyo for work may want to avoid crowded sightseeing locations as the chances of catching a cold or being infected with influenza are common. Extremely cold weather has come to Tokyo, but are you...
Jan 21. 2020 Topics Details about the "Japanese Education System" for foreigners raising children in Tokyo １ The Japanese Education System For foreigners planning to move to Tokyo from abroad, the Japanese education system and educational environment can be very important points to know about, such as what the teaching environment and education is like for children in Japan. Depending on the country, the educational system is different, such as when ...
Jan 21. 2020 Topics Important information for foreigners raising children in Tokyo！１ Child-rearing in Japan What do foreigners who have visited Tokyo think about how people who raise their children in Tokyo? Lots of people may have been witness to interactions between parent and child when they observe them together in public facilities throughout Tokyo, or have heard the way that some parents speak to their children. Naturally,...
Jan 20. 2020 Topics Useful comparative information about the three major shopping districts of in Tokyo for foreigners: Shibuya vs Shinjuku vs Ikebukuro １ The three major shopping districts of Tokyo Foreigners who plan on visiting Japan will no doubt make plans to visit some of the major train stations in Japan. Within the 23 wards of Tokyo, the capital city of Japan, there are lots of commercial facilities such as restaurants, department stores and specialty shops, and on top of that, there are s...
Dec 06. 2019 Topics Knowledge for foreigners in Tokyo on how to get ahead ～ Take advantage and save money on tax by going cashless～　１ What is the impact of the consumption tax hike that started in October? Do foreigners who plan to visit Tokyo know the finer details about the consumption tax hike in Japan? On October 1st, the consumption tax rate was raised from 8％ to 10% and seems to have had a significant impact on both foreigners who are planning to visit, and foreigners...
Nov 11. 2019 Topics Especially for foreigners living in Tokyo! Preparation before going to a funeral that no one will tell you. １　Funerals in Japan For foreigners who plan on emigrating to Tokyo from abroad, or for those who already reside in Japan, this edition will introduce you to the details and need to know knowledge of funeral ceremonies. In Japan, there is a culture of respect for ceremonial occasions, and depending on your location, the manners may vary. Basic kn...
Oct 14. 2019 Topics Making your life in Tokyo safer! What foreigners need to know about evacuation and disaster prevention measures. １ The importance of disaster prevention in Japan Japan is known to be a disaster powerhouse, and natural disasters such as earthquakes, tsunamis, and typhoons are common. Did you know that typhoon 15 caused enormous damage in Chiba Prefecture in Japan recently? Lots of people realized the importance of preparing for emergencies and the powerlessne...

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