Best Train Lines for Living in Tokyo: The Fukutoshin Line
A great line serving west-central Tokyo.
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Gaijinpot Direct Summer 2021
Tune in to GaijinPot Direct on June 15 to kickstart your career and chat online with the GaijinPot Jobs team.
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5 Days Exploring Akita, Aomori and Iwate Prefectures with the JR East Pass
Foreign residents of Japan can now travel through Tohoku and beyond at a discounted price previously only available to inbound tourists.
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Food Allergies and Dietary Restrictions in Japan
A quick guide to help vegans, vegetarians, halal followers and those with dietary restrictions in Japan.
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Feeling like you're melting in the oppressive humidity can only mean one thing—it's summer in Japan.
2021 Top Jobs in Japan Week 25
Discover some of the best jobs available in Japan!
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Is food getting smaller in Japan?
Swearing in Japanese: Why Formal and Informal Speech Is Important
It’s not a word, but the delivery of the language that makes for insulting and derogatory speech.
How to Use A Japanese Air Conditioner
Mastering the functions of your a/c remote is key to surviving summer in Japan.
2021 Top Jobs in Japan Week 24
This week's top jobs in Japan include processing plant account manager, machining service coordinator, international auto exporter, video game production manager and more.
Cool Part-Time Jobs in Japan for The Month of June
Whether you're looking for a side-gig or a boost to your resume, check out these six part-time jobs for the month of June.
Gaijinpot Direct Summer 2021
Tune in to GaijinPot Direct on June 15 to kickstart your career and chat online with the GaijinPot Jobs team.
Just How Many Seasons Does Japan Really Have?
One writer's experience with Japan's temperamental weather.
2021 Top Jobs in Japan Week 23
In this week's top jobs in Japan: the city of Obama is looking for tour guides/PR specialists, various content positions in the video game industry, PC computer tech opportunities and much more.
