Category Archives: Living in Japan
What are the most popular brands of sake?
There are more than 100,000 different kinds of sake in Japan, and some popular brands are Hakkaisan, Isojiman, Juyondai, Kubota, Michizakari, Urakasumi, Kokuryu, Denshu, Dassai, and Dewazakura.
How do I buy tickets in Japan?
This site shows upcoming events (mainly concerts) in Japan: http://www.songkick.com/ The cheapest way to get the tickets is to directly purchase them on your own from the ticket companies. There are several companies, but unfortunately most of their websites are … Continue reading
What is Tokyo American Club (TAC)?
The Tokyo American Club (TAC) is located in Azabudai near the Tokyo Tower. It is near the Roppongi and Azabu area, so it is very convenient for those expats living in central Tokyo . The club members are not limited … Continue reading
What kinds of TV channels are available and how much do they cost?
In the basic package for cable television, you will usually receive a variety of sports channels, movie channels, music programs, and news channels including BBC and CNN. The fees for the above would be for membership, cable tuner, and the … Continue reading
Are there any Internet Service Providers who provide service in English?
Fusion GOL, SpinNet, ASAHI Net, and OCN offer service in English to help you have an easy start or to end your contract.
When is the best time for a Hanami?
The Japan Meteorological Agency starts a “cherry blossom front” report to inform people when cherry blossoms will bloom in a particular region of Japan. Many people check the cherry blossom front on the news and make plans for their hanami … Continue reading
When is Golden week?
Golden Week is a collection of four national holidays within seven days. The Four National holidays are April 29th (Showa Day), May 3rd (Constitution Memorial Day), May 4th (Greenery Day), and May 5th (Children’s Day). Depending upon when the weekends, … Continue reading
What’s Japanese food?
Everyone knows sushi. But there is a wide variety of tasty pleasures that constitute Japanese cuisine and it is one of the great things about this country,, and in addition each region has its own special dishes. For many of … Continue reading
What would be a typical meal in Japan?
A typical meal in japan is steamed rice, miso soup, a main dish such as stewed meat and vegetables, grilled or stewed fish, etc. and various side dishes such as tsukemono pickles, tofu, etc. We hope you will take the … Continue reading
What is CHIC?
CHIC stands for Community House & Information Centre, and is a nonprofit organization which supports expats moving into the Kansai area. They offer a variety of classes such as cooking, health fitness, language, as well as children’s classes which you … Continue reading
