April 29 is “Showa no Ni(Showa Day)”, a national holiday of Japan. If you know anything about the Japanese era name, you must know...
Why Are There (Almost) No Public Garbage Cans in Japan?
The initial reaction might be one of mixed feelings. “How are the streets not FULL of garbage?” “I don’t get why Tokyo is so...
ahamo, povo, linemo: When do they start? What are the features? Read before Apply
The online-only plans of the three major companies (DOCOMO, KDDI/AU, and SOFTBANK), “ahamo,” “povo,” and “linemo,” will begin accepting applications sequentially from the middle...
Suica/Pasmo: Can I check my balance with the sound of the ticket gate?
Many of you who use Suica or Pasmo may have had the experience of not being able to pass through an automatic ticket gate...
What should I do to prepare for an earthquake in Japan?
At 23:07 on the evening of February 13, an earthquake measuring 7.3 on the Richter scale occurred in the sea near Fukushima, Japan. According...
The Fair Usage Policy (FUP) You Should Know Before Renting An Unlimited WiFi
Maybe you have ever encountered this situation. Before you travel abroad, you buy a SIM card or renting mobile WiFi in advance to access the...
What is the green leaf you often see in Japanese sushi and bento?
If you have paid attention to Japanese food, you may find a very interesting thing: in sushi and Japanese bento (such as ekiben, the...
Japanese Culture: What Should I Pay Attention to in Hatsumode?
Happy New Year! New Year’s Day is celebrated on January 1 in Japan, and usually between the end of December and the beginning of...
Unlimited rides for 500 yen! Toei Subway “Winter” One Day Pass is now on sale. Also available during the year-end and New Year holidays!
The One Day Pass, which allows unlimited rides on the Toei Subway all day long, is now on sale. This pass allows unlimited rides...
Japanese New Year: the Traditional Japanese Culture That You Never Know
The year 2020 will soon be over. As we enter December, Japanese people are getting busy. One of the most commonly heard words in...
CDJapan Rental‘s New Subscription Plan: Welcome back to Japan!
Many of you who were unable to return to Japan due to the coronavirus pneumonia outbreak must have recently made the journey back to...
Post Card: Demon Slayer(Kimetsu no Yaiba) the Movie: Mugen Train On Sale
Demon Slayer(Kimetsu no Yaiba) the Movie: Mugen Train was released on October 16 in Japan. The other day, I watched it and it was...
JR EAST Welcome Rail Pass 2020 on Sale! Available on non-Japanese passport
The “JR EAST Welcome Rail Pass 2020”, a rail pass originally planned to be on sale exclusively for the Tokyo Olympics from July to...
The ban on Japanese entry into the country will be lifted on October 1! Prospects for international students entering Japan?
The Japanese government is currently discussing whether or not to provide permission to those from all over the world to enter Japan early next month....
How to Save Data While Streaming Video (Netflix, Amazon Prime)
So during your weekly Zoom catchup with friends, you might be finding it’ harder and harder to find new things to talk about. Does...
Japanese Morning Dramas, An Introduction to the Asadora
Different countries have deliciously different approaches to television. When you hear the word, ‘sitcom’ you might think of 90s television from the US, with...
Telework Series: Making a Home Office in a Tokyo One-Room Apartment
For those of us who have been Work From Home for a good while, you know all too well how easy it is for...
Pocket WiFi for Remote Work in Japan, CDJapan Rental Special Rates
Many of you are aware that GetAround Japan is sponsored by its parent company, CDJapan Rental. CDJapan Rental supports tourists, business persons and residents...
Travel (Online!) To Hitachi, Japan With Endless Fields of Blue Flowers
With the current pandemic keeping us inside, it’s not just a matter of not being able to travel abroad. Many of us are feeling...
Viral Politics: Why Japan’s Hesitates to Use Force or Call a Pandemic War
Across the world, the Coronavirus pandemic is being used as a test of true colors. The extremity of the situation calls into question our...
Staying Updated on Coronavirus in Japan, English Language Resources
NOTE: The information presented in this blog post was accurate as of the publishing date, April 9th. Please note that as the situation evolves,...
Starting Remote Work in Japan? Tips for Staying Productive At Home
In light of recent events, many of us find ourselves at home working. In Japan, a state of emergency has been called for the...
Where to Buy Prepaid SIM Cards Japan Quick Guide 2020!
If you’re coming to Japan and are looking for a Prepaid SIM to keep you going during your time here, we’ve got a great...
2020 Cherry Blossom Forecast #5 (Updated February 27th!)
And as we say goodbye to February, yet another round of the Cherry Blossom forecast has been released! It seems that the predicted dates...
Tenki no Ko: Weathering With You is the New Hit From Director of ‘Your Name’
Debuting in 2016, Kimi no Na Wa (given the English title, Your Name) not only became the film of dreams for teens in Japan, it proved to...
Get Ready for Valentines! 6 Places to Buy Valentines Chocolate in Tokyo
Who doesn’ t love good chocolate? And we’ve arrived at Valentines, the perfect chance to buy something sweet for yourself or share with others....
2020 Cherry Blossom Forecast
We know you’ve been waiting, we have this year’s update for you! It may seem a bit early, but with all this warm weather,...
Top Travel Tips for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Buy Your Plane Tickets, Book Your Accommodation…Yesterday For those who were lucky enough to win the ticket lottery for attending actual Olympic matches, congratulations!...
5 Travel Tips for the Golden Week Holiday in Japan 2020
What makes it golden? In Japan, where work-life balance is infamously strained, public holidays are a lifesaver for office workers. How about having a...
My Mizu: An App for Finding Public Drinking Water
Japan is one of the largest consumers of plastic in the world, coming in second only behind the United States, which mind you, has...