We here at All Japan Relocation have created living guides for foreigners in Japan. On this page we have gathered our daily living articles that will be useful no matter where you are living in Japan. Topics covered include how to open a bank account, Japanese business phrases, Japan's residency management system, and more.
For area specific living information articles and links to each area's municipal offices, please use the navigation links below to visit the destination guides section. At the bottom of each destination page you will find area specific articles for daily living.
BOOKOFF is the most famous second-hand shop in Japan and they have about 800 shops in Japan. BOOKOFF offers not only second hand books, but also CDs, DVDs, cell phones, cameras, home appliances, musical instruments, clothes, sporting goods, trading cards, toys, baby goods, brand-name goods, precio…
HUGALL provides an English-speaking service for purchasing high-end brands, such as watches, clothes, bags, furniture...). Residents in and around Tokyo can request a pick-up service. If you would like to sell non-luxury brand items (e.g. books, CDs, clothes, trading cards, toys, baby items, etc.),…
What is hay fever (kafunsho) in Japan? Pollenosis (commonly referred to as “hay fever”) is allergic reactions triggered by pollen. The types of pollens that trigger allergic reactions are Japanese cedar, Hinoki cypress, and pine trees pollen. Of these three, the one most people have a reaction to i…
Track the days of the year with All Japan Relocation's printable 2022 Japanese calendar in English. For foreigners living in Japan, a calendar showing Japan’s national holidays is indispensable tool for everyday life. Finding one in English however, can be a bit difficult. We here at All Japan Relo…
Japan, located in the eastern end of Monsoon Asia, one of the world's rainy regions, has an average annual rainfall of 1718 mm, which is about twice the global average (880 mm). Moreover, the precipitation in Japan fluctuates greatly from season to season, and is concentrated in the rainy season an…
Japan is well-known for its festivals, especially during the summertime. Fireworks, festivities, and food is the image that comes to mind for most people. However, Obon is a festival with a difference. With a far more sombre meaning and background, Obon is one of the most important holidays and fes…
Massages and adjustments are some of the most refreshing ways to help rescue your body from the wear and tear that the bustle of Tokyo brings. Luckily, Tokyoites feel the same way, with massage and chiropractic clinics found throughout the city. Keep your body feeling great by visiting one of follo…
As a resident of Japan, you are likely already familiar with the intricacies of the city’s garbage and recycling systems. However, you may be less acquainted with the appropriate way to dispose of large trash like furniture and appliances. This system is called Sodai Gomi. When moving house, redec…
Cycling in Japan reveals a side of the city most never see. Unchanged neighborhoods, hidden temples, quaint family run stores, and parks and museums galore can be visited far easier on two wheels than by train or even car. So, whether you are riding a top of the range imported model or a single-gea…
It is common practice that residential properties in Japan have very strict rules regarding the ownership of pets. These rules are decided and enforced by the building owner and or management. If you would like to have a pet or already have a pet that you would like to live with, starting your sear…
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