Part-Time Job Hunting in Japan
Finding part-time work can be a daunting task, even in one’s home country; when living in a foreign country, it may start to seem like an insurmountable challenge. Cozy Vibes Apartment However, in Japan, finding part-time work is actually more straightforward than one might assume, though what options are available to you can […]
Beating the Heat in Japanese Summer
As many will know, Japanese summers can be absolutely brutal to the unprepared. With high temperatures and higher humidity, the outside air itself can be oppressive, especially when mixed with the rain and the droning sounds of the cicadas that haunt every square inch of the land. However, with the right preparation and […]
2021 Tokyo Olympics Spectatorship: Who Gets to Watch the Games?
Technically speaking, anyone can watch the Olympics; the event is broadcast around the world on a thousand different television stations, as well as being available to stream online in a multitude of places. However, due to the increasing uncertainty of the situation in Tokyo in regards to the vaccinations, the state of emergency, […]
Japanese Study Methods: Recommendated Language School, Books, Apps
Learning Japanese can be a challenge; for native English speakers, it is consistently ranked as one of the most difficult languages to pick up. Many assume that moving to Japan would ease this difficulty; however, while it’s true that, to some extent, immersion will help you pick up a new language, if you […]
COVID-19 Situation in Japan
The COVID-19 pandemic has rocked the world over the past year and a half; the response in most countries has left a lot to be desired, to say the least. However, with the Olympics (supposedly) around the corner, one might bring themselves to ask how the host nation of this year’s festivities is […]
Typhoon Preparedness and Informative Apps in Japan
As summer quickly approaches, we in Japan will find our lives growing much wetter, both from the humidity and, of course, Japan’s famous (or infamous?) rainy season. Photo by Sei on Unsplash However, as the rainy season approaches, it’s also prudent to begin thinking about Japan’s upcoming typhoon season. In this guide, we […]
Easy & Useful Japanese Restaurant Services: Four Must-Know Short Phrases
Hello all, and welcome back to another impromptu Japanese lesson. Today, we’ll be expanding on our word bank for restaurants and other places of service, as that is an important place to be able to communicate clearly and effectively. We’ll also be tackling a few more specialized words and phrases that will be […]
The “Hyper Media” Electronics Stores in Japan: GEO ゲオ
If there’s one thing that Japan is known for, it’s its bustling electronics industry; from Yamaha to Toshiba, there is perhaps no other country in the world with as many recognizable tech brands than the land of the rising sun. Photo by Montse Monmo on Unsplash It stands to reason, then, […]
Niku no Hanamasa: Can’t Find Specific Types of Meat in Your Supermarket? Check Out the Niku Supermarket!
Welcome back to our ongoing tour of the pros and cons of various restaurants! Last time, we took a look at Gyomu Supa, the titan of budget grocery shopping. This week, we’ll be taking a look at its close competitor, Niku no Hanamasa （肉のﾊﾅﾏｻ）. Though similar at a glance, these chains boast different […]
Gyomu Supa: Best Low-Cost Grocery Shopping Supermarket in Japan
For anyone looking for low-cost shopping, Gyomu Supa is undoubtedly the place to be; with low-cost products, this wholesale chain is one of the best grocery shopping destinations in all of Japan. Today, we’re going to take a closer look inside its walls and talk about what sets this supermarket so far apart […]
Four Persona 5 Locations in Real Life (Tokyo)
When Persona 5 was released in 2017, it certainly took the world by storm; despite being a story that is very deeply Japanese, its themes, music, and style resonated deeply with worldwide audiences. While not necessarily the most accurate depiction of Japanese highschool life (what with the spirit monsters and mind […]
Five Easy & Useful Japanese Phrases for Convenience Store Shopping in Japan
Today, we’ll be expanding on my previous article about Japanese for restaurant ordering. In this article, I’ll be talking about some Japanese words and phrases that will come in handy for your jaunts to the convenience store and supermarket; many of the phrases from the restaurant article can also be used in these […]
Used Game Shopping in Japan：Useful Guideline & Tips
Tokyo has often been referred to as a kind of Mecca for those with nerdy hobbies. While many people find themselves confined to Akihabara in search of anime and video game merchandise, there is actually a wide world outside of Electric Town where good deals can be found; while anime goods are a […]
Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker Announcement
Once again, man will walk on the moon. In early February, Square Enix unveiled its newest expansion for the popular MMORPG, Final Fantasy XIV. This new expansion comes two years after the release of the much-beloved Shadowbringers expansion, and promises to bring the current arc of the story of the fantasy […]
Easy & Useful Japanese for Ordering Food in Japan: Five Must-Know Short Phrases
Japanese is not an easy language to learn, especially for English speakers. However, while in-depth study of the language is essential for mastery, complete fluency isn’t necessarily essential for daily life in Tokyo. In fact, there are several situations in which even a rudimentary understanding of Japanese can be enough to […]
