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Main image of Who is on Japan's new banknotes? | Guide to living in Japan

Who is on Japan's new banknotes? | Guide to living in Japan

2024-08-30

Japan introduced new banknotes on July 3, 2024, marking the first design update in roughly 20 years. The updated notes incorporate advanced anti-...

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Cost of buying a real estate property in Japan | The purchase of a house/condominium

2022-07-06

When purchasing a real estate property, there will be additional costs - taxes and service fees, other than the purchase price. The total cost va...

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Knowing about shrines in Japan - the manner and prayer services | Guide to Japanese culture

2022-06-06

A shrine, a Jinja in Japanese, is one of the popular tourist spots in Japan. Recently, more young people from abroad have visited shrines since s...

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Rules on real-estate transactions in Japan | Jiko Bukken

2022-03-31

When looking for a rental property, you need to keep in mind to check and understand the conditions, equipment, and surrounding environment befor...

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Quake-proof capability of housing in Japan

2021-10-21

Japan is an earthquake-prone country where the law requires earthquake-resistant measures for buildings construction. Thanks to the steady progre...

Main image of What is the red triangle on the window? | Japanese architectural design standards

What is the red triangle on the window? | Japanese architectural design standards

2021-09-17

When you looked up a building on the street, have you ever happened to see a red triangle on the window? The red triangle is a sticker indicating...

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Japanese systems of measurement | Living in Tokyo

2021-08-25

Japan uses the metric system, the International System of Units (SI). Newcomers from North American countries, the USA and Canada, may get confus...

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Is a hanko no longer needed? - All about Hanko stamps and Inkan seals

2021-07-26

Inkan and Hanko, equivalent to signatures in Japan, are generally required when signing for agreement, application, and consent. Amid the digital t...

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Convenience store is really convenient in Japan

2021-04-13

Convenience store is really convenient in Japan In Japan, convenience stores are at every corner, more than in any other country. Known in Japanes...

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Changing Visa Types

2021-03-22

Changing Visa Types How to change your visa type The activities permitted for foreign nationals who reside in Japan are determined based on the ty...