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Studying Japanese in Osaka: The Complete Guide to All School Types

Osaka is one of the best cities in Japan to learn Japanese—energetic, friendly, affordable, and full of culture. But here’s the problem:There isn’t just “one type” of Japanese school. In Osaka, there are four different types of institutions that teach Japanese, and each one offers a completely different path, visa option, cost, and future opportunity. […]

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Japan Visa Types: Which One Is Right for You? (My Honest Guide + Real Experience)

Leave a Comment / Visas & Immigration / Saitō Musashibō Benkei / October 19, 2025 / expat life Japan, how to get a visa for Japan, Japan immigration guide, Japan visa tips, Japan visa types, living in Japan long term, moving to japan, student visa Japan, study and work in Japan, work visa Japan

When I first became interested in Japan, I thought getting a visa would be simple: just choose one and apply. But once I started researching, I realized something…There are many different visa types, and each one has different rules, requirements, and lifestyle possibilities.Some visas give you freedom. Some lock you into strict conditions. Some are

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Finding a Place to Live in Japan: My Real Experience in Kyoto, Costs, Struggles, and What I Wish I Knew

Leave a Comment / Life in Japan / Saitō Musashibō Benkei / October 18, 2025 / foreigner apartment Japan, housing in Japan, Japan rental tips, Japanese apartment system, key money Japan, Kyoto rent guide, living in kyoto, share house Kyoto, student life Japan, study abroad housing Japan

When people think about moving to Japan, they usually worry about visas, language schools, or jobs. But there is one thing that almost everyone underestimates… Finding a place to live. Honestly, getting housing as a foreigner in Japan can be one of the most confusing and stressful parts of the whole journey. Before I came,

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Learning Japanese in Kyoto: Language School, Senmon, or University – Which Path Is Right for You?

Leave a Comment / Language Schools & Study in Japan / Saitō Musashibō Benkei / October 17, 2025 / Best language schools in Kyoto, How to study Japanese in Japan, Japanese university prep, Japanese visa for students, Kyoto education guide, Kyoto student life, Learn Japanese in Kyoto, Senmon school Japan, Study abroad Japan, Study in Kyoto

When I first became interested in studying in Japan, I was overwhelmed. There were so many options—language schools, senmon schools, university prep programs… and every website said something different. Some information was outdated, some was too formal, and some was just confusing. That’s why I decided to write this guide. If you’re thinking about coming

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Choosing a Language School in Japan: What Really Matters?

Leave a Comment / Language Schools & Study in Japan / Saitō Musashibō Benkei / October 16, 2025 / Choosing a language school in Japan, How to pick a school in Japan, Japan study tips, Language school experience, my japan journey, Student life in Japan, studying in japan, Things to consider before studying in Japan

When I first decided to study in Japan, choosing a language school felt like the most confusing part. There were so many options, different cities, different prices… and every school claimed to be “the best.” Honestly, at the beginning, I thought it would be simple: just compare prices, check location, read a few Google reviews…

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How I Came to Japan: From Dream to Reality

Leave a Comment / My Journey / Saitō Musashibō Benkei / October 15, 2025 / Culture Shock in Japan, From Dream to Reality, How I Moved to Japan, Language School in Japan, My Japan Story, Personal Growth Abroad, Starting a New Life, studying in japan

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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