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Practical guides for everyday life in Japan, including mobile phones, internet, utilities, mail, deliveries, payments, shopping, bicycles and other services residents use regularly.
21 published guides
Mobal vs Sakura Mobile: Which Is Better for Expats in Japan?
Mobal and Sakura Mobile both make it easier for foreign residents to get a Japanese phone number without navigating a Japanese-only carrier shop. This guide compares the practical differences that matter before you order. Read guide →
Your First Weeks in Japan: Address → Phone → Bank → Internet
A practical first-weeks setup order for new residents in Japan: register your address, get a usable Japanese phone number, open the bank account you need, then arrange permanent home internet without getting trapped in… Read guide →
Internet for 3–12 Month Stays in Japan: Home WiFi vs Fiber vs Pocket WiFi
A practical guide for residents staying in Japan for a few months to a year, comparing plug-in home WiFi, fiber internet and pocket WiFi by setup time, stability, portability, documents, exit costs and real… Read guide →
Japan SIM Plans Without a Japanese Bank Account
You can get a Japanese SIM without a Japanese bank account. The easiest routes are a provider that accepts foreign-issued cards, a cash-at-convenience-store plan, or a mainstream plan that accepts another payment method. Read guide →
How to Read Electricity, Gas, and Water Bills in Japan: Utility Bill Guide
A practical 2026 guide to reading utility bills in Japan: electricity, city gas, LP gas, water and sewerage, billing periods, usage, adjustments, temporary discounts, deadlines and high-bill checks. Read guide →
How to Buy Furniture and Appliances in Japan: New, Used, Delivery & Recycling Guide
A practical 2026 guide to buying furniture and appliances in Japan: what to measure, new vs used, electrical compatibility, delivery, returns, energy labels, recalls, earthquake safety and disposal. Read guide →
How to Use Apartment Rental Websites in Japan: Search, Fees & Viewing Guide
A practical 2026 guide to using apartment rental websites in Japan: filters, listing terms, true monthly and move-in costs, vacancy checks, viewing requests and safer next steps for foreign residents. Read guide →
How to Choose Home Internet in Japan: Fiber vs Home 5G Guide
A practical 2026 guide to choosing home internet in Japan: fiber vs home 5G/WiMAX, building checks, real-world speed, setup costs, contracts, moving and English support. Read guide →
How to Choose Home and Personal Liability Insurance in Japan: Renter Coverage, Earthquake & Claims Checklist
A practical 2026 guide for renters in Japan comparing household contents, tenant liability, personal liability and earthquake insurance, with checks for limits, exclusions, duplicate coverage and claims support. Read guide →
How to Prepare for Earthquakes in Japan: Home Safety, Supplies & Evacuation Guide
A practical 2026 earthquake-preparedness guide for residents in Japan: secure your home, build a realistic one-week stockpile, plan toilets and medicine, confirm hazard-specific evacuation places, understand tsunami action, and set up a family communication… Read guide →
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