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Preparing for disasters – Typhoons and Heavy Rain | Living in Tokyo Living in Tokyo

Preparing for disasters – Typhoons and Heavy Rain | Living in Tokyo

The season that typhoons occur and approach Japan can be between June and October (through a rainy season to the end of the autumn.) For disaster prevention on storms, here are some tips for preparation and evacuation.
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Wild crows (Karasu) inhabiting the city | Living in Tokyo Information Living in Tokyo

Wild crows (Karasu) inhabiting the city | Living in Tokyo Information

In the breeding season between late March and early July, Japanese crows are so nervous around humans, sometimes have aggressive behaviours such as attacking people and digging garbage.
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Riding electrically power-assisted bicycles (e-bikes) in central Tokyo Living in Tokyo

Riding electrically power-assisted bicycles (e-bikes) in central Tokyo

Things to know about riding an electrically power-assisted bicycle (e-bikes) in Tokyo, the traffic rules, and how to make use of it.
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Opening a Bank Account Japan

Opening a Bank Account

For foreign nationals to open bank accounts in Japan, they are required to be residents in accordance with foreign exchange and foreign trade law.
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Tattoo culture in Japan: Is it true that those having tattoos are not allowed Onsen bathing? Japan

Tattoo culture in Japan: Is it true that those having tattoos are not allowed Onsen bathing?

Are tattoos taboo? Denied Onsen entry? Here is an answer to the frequently asked question and the reasons behind the tattoo culture in Japan.
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Acquiring a Cell Phone Japan

Acquiring a Cell Phone

When a medium- to long-term foreign resident in Japan enters into a contract for a cell phone, the content of this contract and the paperwork required varies depending on the service provider chosen.
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Using a prepaid train card – PASMO Living in Tokyo

Using a prepaid train card – PASMO

Here you find how to make the most of PASMO, a prepaid smart card known as IC Card.
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Procedures at the Ward Office for Moving Japan

Procedures at the Ward Office for Moving

In Japan, when moving to a new address, you need to complete the moving-out procedure at the municipality where you created your certificate of residence, followed by the moving-in procedure at your new municipality.
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Living in Tokyo | Utility bill payments Living in Tokyo

Living in Tokyo | Utility bill payments

What to know about the public utility system in Tokyo - water and electricity.
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Things that will make you confused about a Japanese-style house Japan

Things that will make you confused about a Japanese-style house

Information about the Japanese lifestyle and housing facilities, deeply related to Japan's culture and climate.
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