When I first moved to Japan, I thought I knew what daily life would be like—clean trains, sushi lunches, and neon lights.But living here taught me that Japan is less about what you see… and more about what you feel. So here’s what an ordinary day actually looks like for a foreigner living in Japan […]
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When I first moved to Japan, I wasn’t a minimalist.I was the opposite — my suitcases were full of “just in case” items I never used.But after five years of living in Kyoto, I learned that Japanese minimalism isn’t about less stuff.It’s about more life. 🍵 The Truth About Japanese Minimalism If you search “minimalism”
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Why I Decided to Move to Japan Like many people, my story started with fascination — anime, Japanese cars, and the quiet beauty of Kyoto streets at night.In 2020, I finally made it happen.I packed my life into two suitcases and moved across the world. Fast-forward to 2025, and I’ve learned a lot — sometimes
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The Dream vs. The Reality When I first moved to Japan, I thought I had found paradise.Everything was clean, safe, organized — trains arrived to the second, and even convenience store food tasted amazing. It felt like stepping into the future.But after a few months, I started to see the other side — the part
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When people ask me why I came to Japan, I usually smile—because the real answer isn’t just one simple reason. It started with frustration, curiosity, and the feeling that I needed something different in my life. Back in Turkey, I was stuck in a work routine that didn’t make me happy. Every day felt the
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Hi! I’m Ali, and I currently live in Kyoto, Japan.When I first became interested in Japan, I spent endless hours searching for information about visas, language schools, and daily life. Some things were easy to find, but many important details were confusing, outdated, or hidden. That experience inspired me to create this website—to make everything
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