Practical guides to living and travelling in Japan
The practical handbook for getting on, around, and into Japan.
Written by people who already live here. Four hubs, step-by-step guides, and practical tools for living and travelling in Japan.
Four hubs · 四つの入口
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New Zairyu Card Design 2026: What’s Different and Why the IC Chip Breaks Apps
Japan’s updated residence card brings IC chip compatibility problems that can disrupt banking and payment apps. Read guide →
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Japan Arrival Checklist: What to Do After You Land
Interactive arrival setup tool for your first steps in Japan. Read guide →
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Most Popular Anime in Japan (2026): All-Time + Right Now
Short answer: There is no single official Japanese league table for the most popular anime in Japan. For an all-time, Japan-based voting signal, Goo Ranking’s public poll puts Attack on Titan at #1. For everyday mainstream reach, long-running titles such as One Piece, Sazae-san, Doraemon, Dragon Ball, Detective Conan and Pokemon remain essential reference points.… Read guide →
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Traditional Japanese Breakfast: What’s on the Plate
A practical guide to rice, miso soup, fish, and other classic Japanese breakfast dishes. Read guide →
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Gluten Free in Japan: Safety Phrases, Safe Foods & Restaurant Tips
How to eat safely in Japan with coeliac disease or gluten intolerance, including useful Japanese phrases and restaurant tips. Read guide →
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How to Eat Natto in Japan: Taste, Ritual & Where to Try
What natto tastes like, how to eat it, and where to find this famously fermented Japanese staple. Read guide →