When I first landed in Japan back in 2020, I thought I was ready for everything — the language, the culture, the food.Spoiler: I wasn’t. Even after five years, I still remember those first few weeks — a mix of awe, confusion, and constant “Wait, what just happened?” moments. If you’re planning to move to […]
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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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Making friends in Japan can be tough — not because Japanese people are unfriendly, but because social norms, language, and lifestyle rhythms are totally different from what most foreigners are used to. But the good news? In 2025, there are more apps than ever designed to help you meet locals, practice Japanese, or just share
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🏪 The First Time I Walked Into a Japanese Konbini When I first stepped into a 7-Eleven in Kyoto, I wasn’t expecting much — maybe a few snacks and instant noodles.Instead, I found fresh coffee, hot meals, banking services, concert tickets, and even tax payments — all in one spotless little store. That’s when I
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🚶♂️ A Night in Tokyo You’ll Never Forget Imagine walking alone through the narrow backstreets of Tokyo at 2 a.m. — vending machines glowing softly, the hum of distant trains, a few quiet cyclists passing by. No catcalls, no shouting, no uneasy glances. Just calm. For many Americans, this moment is the first sign that
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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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