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What is The Average Salary in Nagoya?
Discover how the average salary in Nagoya and Aichi compare with Tokyo. Ready to move? Find your career on GaijinPot Jobs.


How to Rehome a Pet in Japan Safely and Responsibly
Rehoming a pet in Japan? Here are the best ways to secure your furry (or scaly) pet’s safety and happiness in a new home


What Would Happen if Japan is Attacked in War?
With rising political tensions, let's explore what might happen if Japan is attacked in war. How would the international community react?


What Happens If Japan Goes To War?
With rising political tensions, let's explore what happens if Japan goes to war. How would the international community react?


2025 Top Jobs in Japan Week 6
Work in hospitality, customer service, IT, security and more in this week's Top Jobs in Japan.


How to Find a Job in Japan: 2025 Definitive Guide
Here's everything you need to know about how to find a job in Japan. From most common jobs for foreign workers to applying for a work visa.


What is The Average Salary in Osaka?
How does the average salary in Osaka compare to Tokyo? Here is a quick look at salaries for cities in Japan's third largest city.


How Long Does It Take to Apply for a Visa in Japan?
Need to apply for a visa in Japan? Learn processing times, factors affecting approval and tips to avoid delays and navigate the system.


10 Snow Day Trips from Osaka
From December to early March if you know where to look, you can enjoy a quick visit to a winter wonderland. Here are five snow day trips in…


What Is The Average Salary in Tokyo?
The average salary in Tokyo is ¥6.12 million. Does that ring true for you? Where do you fit in Japan's thriving capital?


Do You Have to Pay the NHK Fee?
Do You Have to Pay the NHK Fee? Here's what you need to know about why the NHK guy keeps showing up at your doorstep.


2025 Top Jobs in Japan Week 5
Work in teaching, sales, translation, operations and more in this week's Top Jobs in Japan.


10 Things in Japan Only Locals Know About
Japan offers a wealth of insider secrets that visitors often overlook. Here are 10 things in Japan only locals know about.


10 Tourist Mistakes In Japan
Are you annoying everyone around you? Blocking the train with a big suitcase? Quit It! Here are 10 common mistakes tourists make in Japan.


OTC Japanese Medicines for Flu Season
Winter in Japan means the start of the dreaded flu season. Here are some of the most popular OTC Japanese medicines for flu season.


How To Get Your Juminhyo in Japan
A juminhyo is your residence record in Japan. You need it for everything from moving to a new address to pension and insurance eligibility.


2025 Top Jobs in Japan Week 4
Work in sales, marketing, security, hospitality and more in this week's Top Jobs in Japan.
What Is a 1R Apartment in Japan?
Discover the perks and challenges of 1R apartments in Japan, their costs, and tips for making the most of compact living spaces


How To Get Into Tokyo DisneySea Fantasy Springs
What's the best way to experience Tokyo DisneySea Fantasy Springs? Here is a quick trip through Tokyo Disney's newest attractions.


10 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Rent in Japan
Girlfriends, old guys, apologies and robot dogs, here are 10 things you didn't know you could rent in Japan.


2025 Top Jobs in Japan Week 3
Want to switch careers? Apply to these open positions in hospitality, security, engineering, project management and more in this week's Top Jobs in Japan.


How Do Tax Returns in Japan Work?
Tax returns in Japan become more complicated if you are a freelancer, real estate investor or business owner. Here's what you should know.


Japanese Winter Home Insulation Hacks
With temperatures falling, our heating bills will rise. Use these Japanese home insulation hacks to keep your home warm all this winter.


10 Tips to Level Up Your Japanese in the New Year
Start 2025 on the right foot so you can achieve all your language learning goals with ease. Here are our top tips to level-up your Japanese!


Why Are There So Many Cults in Japan?
Explore the rise of cults in Japan, their history, beliefs, controversies and influence on society, politics and religion.


2025 Top Jobs in Japan Week 2
Looking to change jobs this 2025? Check out this list of open positions in hospitality, tourism, English teaching and more in this week's Top Jobs in Japan!


What Are Self Defense Laws in Japan?
Learn about self-defense laws in Japan, including what counts as reasonable defense, when it's allowed, and how important it is to walk away.
Appliances to Stay Warm During Winter in Japan
Discover appliances to stay warm during winter in Japan. From kotatsu to electric heaters, stay cozy during the chilly months.
What’s Legal? Quitting Your Job in Japan
Here’s a straightforward guide to quitting your job in Japan. Learn about your rights, the legal steps involved and resources available.


Practical Tips to Save Money in Japan
Learn practical ways on how to save money in Japan with these easy tips, from tracking spending habits to saving on utilities.


Top 10 Japan Travel Destinations For 2025
Ready to explore? Here are our top picks for Japan travel destinations for 2025. From seasonal blooms to healing hot spring waters and more.


Top 10 Japan Travel Destinations For 2024
Ready to explore? Here are our top picks for Japan travel destinations for 2024. From seasonal blooms to healing hot spring waters and more.


Getting Lucky with Fukubukuro on New Year’s
Start the year on a high note with partaking in a time old Japanese New Year's tradition: getting lucky with a fukubukuro (lucky bag).


Year of the Snake: Where To Find Snakes in Japan
The Year of the Snake is quickly approaching, and many of us are heading to bonenkai (end-of-the-year parties), doing osouji (deep cleaning) and planning...


Grocery Delivery Services in Japan
Whether you need a few veggies or entire meals for next week, here's what you need to know about grocery delivery services in Japan.


Hospital Stays in Japan: What Can You Expect?
Hospital Stays in Japan (or anywhere) are never fun. Here is everything you can expect from a typical meal to schedules.


What’s Christmas in Japan Like?
Celebrating Christmas in Japan? Here are some of the things you can expect during the holidays from what to eat and who to spend it with.


Top 10 Most Read Articles on GaijinPot in 2024
Here are the most-read articles on GaijinPot in 2024. From learning Japanese to preparing for your first job interview, check out these out!


2024 Top Jobs in Japan Week 44
Apply to jobs in customer service, translation, hospitality and more in this week's Top Jobs in Japan!


10 Ways to Meet Locals in Japan Without Speaking Japanese
Do you want to meet locals in Japan without having to speak the language? Here are some practical ways to do it!


The Best Observation Decks and Elevated Views in Japan
What better way to get the lay of the land of the rising sun than with a trip to the best observation decks and elevated views in Japan?


10 Thrilling Suspension Bridges in Japan
Blending fantastic views with vertigo-inducing heights, exploring the different suspension bridges in Japan offers a fantastic opportunity to explore the outdoors.


10 Tips For Going To A Modern Japanese Wedding
Just got your invite? Follow these tips to make sure you don't make any ever-lasting cultural mistakes at a Japanese wedding.


2024 Top Jobs in Japan Week 43
Apply to jobs in teaching, tech, tourism, hospitality and more in this week's Top Jobs in Japan!


Why Americans In Japan Must File US Taxes
Americans in Japan must file US taxes. Learn how to avoid double taxation with exclusions and credits, plus which forms to file abroad.


The Best Ski Resorts Near Tokyo
You don't have to travel far to find ski resorts near Tokyo. Here is a list of some of the most accessible slopes for skiing and snowboarding.


Japan’s Year-End Jumbo Lottery
Have you ever heard of the Japan's Year-end Jumbo Lottery? Here's a general overview of one of the most popular lotteries in Asia.


10 Onsen Day Trips in Japan
Looking for a quick winter getaway? Here are the top ten onsen day trips to check out in Japan's major cities aside from Tokyo.


10 Onsen Day Trips in Japan (Excluding Tokyo)
Looking for a quick winter getaway? Here are the top ten onsen day trips to check out in Japan's major cities aside from Tokyo.


10 Holiday Food And Treats in Japan For 2024
Here's a list of the best and tastiest holiday food in Japan from major brands to add to your festive table.