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Tips, guides, and stories about life in Tokyo
LifestyleA practical guide to training martial arts in Tokyo as a foreigner — covering top dojos, costs, etiquette, visa options, and the best wards to live in.
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CultureFrom one-day sushi workshops to professional culinary schools, discover the best Japanese cooking classes in Tokyo for foreigners — with costs, locations,...
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LifestyleTokyo's live music scene is deep, passionate, and welcoming to foreign musicians who come prepared. Here's how to find gigs, gear, and community in Japan's...
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Moving GuideA practical, step-by-step guide to apartment hunting in Tokyo for foreigners — covering budgets, train lines, upfront costs, and the fastest way to find...
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Moving GuideA practical guide to the Business Manager visa and Startup visa in Japan — covering requirements, costs, and how to successfully launch your company in Tokyo.
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CultureDiscover how to learn tea ceremony, calligraphy, and ikebana in Tokyo as a foreigner — including English-friendly schools, real costs, and etiquette tips.
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LifestyleTokyo is a paradise for gamers — from Akihabara arcades to retro shops in Nakano. Here's your complete foreigner's guide to gaming in Tokyo.
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Moving GuideA practical guide to international schools in Tokyo — covering curriculum types, costs, school locations, and how to choose housing around your child's commute.
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Moving GuideEverything foreign residents need to know about getting and using the My Number Card in Japan in 2026 — including the new health insurance card switch.
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