The Japanese language is often thought of as a vague language, but this is mainly due to an effort to be polite and the fact that the Japanese people do not like to express denial or say things too forthrightly. … Continue reading →

The more you can prepare yourself for it, the less traumatic the transition will be. Learn as much as possible about the Japanese culture and current events before arriving in Japan. Language lessons, of course, can be particularly helpful. For … Continue reading →

Electricity in Tokyo runs on 50 cycles/100 volts (60 cycles/100 volts in Osaka). Small U.S. appliances will work in Japan but will be slightly less efficient. For items such as small kitchen appliances, lamps, vacuum cleaners, etc., this difference in … Continue reading →

If you are bringing your pet into Japan, it is best to start preparing as early as possible. If you are coming from regions that are not considered rabies free, it takes at least 6-7 months to import a pet … Continue reading →

There are many international schools for various nationalities in Tokyo, and most expats send their children to international schools. Types of school, space availability and location should be investigated prior to housing decisions being finalized.

Japan has a large selection of International Schools, not only in the large cities like Tokyo, Osaka or Nagoya, but also in smaller centers like Yokohama, Hiroshima, Fukuoka, Sapporo, etc, Most of these schools provide a high caliber educational experience … Continue reading →