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In today’s digital landscape, protecting our online privacy has become paramount. That’s where virtual private networks (VPN) like NordVPN and password managers like NordPass come into play. Using NordVPN in Japan, I found it a robust tool offering security and seamless browsing experiences. Its features, performance and standing among competitors make it a great value for expats. I also tested NordPass, a password manager by the makers of NordVPN, to see if this would add a layer of security to my credentials. NordVPN encrypts web traffic throughsecure servers, shielding users from threats li...
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Are you looking for an adventurous destination outside of Tokyo or Osaka for your next vacation to Japan? Okayama Prefecture should be at the top of your list—and the destination has a useful online tool to help with your planning. The Japan Heritage website is an excellent resource for anyone who wants to learn about Okayama—along with other hidden gems of Japan—and plan an unforgettable trip. With detailed background information about the area and its charms, you’ll be able to make the most of your visit. It’s almost like having a local guide right there at your side. In Okayama Prefecture, ...
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Working in Japan is a great chance to grow professionally. You’ll be able to improve your skill set, experience Japanese culture firsthand and meet new people from all over—even shift career paths if you want. One of the biggest challenges of moving abroad is finding a company that can provide employment and help sponsor your work visa. Luckily, some employers do offer visa sponsorship, training and relocation services to make the transition as smooth as possible. Yaruki Switch Group is that kind of company. Yaruki Switch Group is a Japanese educational company that offers private tutoring, En...
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Living and studying in Tokyo is a dream come true for people who love Japan— where do you start? What’s the best course for your career? The typical route is to pursue a visa through English teaching at an eikawa (English conversation school) or as an assistant language teacher (ALT). Unfortunately, English teaching often doesn’t support a resume outside of, well, anything but teaching English. It can result in wasted time if your dream job is outside education. Another option is coming to Japan under a student visa—but which school is right for your career, lifestyle and study goals? Which sc...
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Kanazawa is the capital of Ishikawa Prefecture in Japan’s Chubu region. A port town on the Sea of Japan, Kanazawa is famously known among the Japanese population as a destination rich with history, culture and—quite literally—gold. The name Kanazawa means “marsh of gold,” a moniker stemming from local legends of gold flakes in the region’s springs. Visitors are drawn to Kanazawa by its beautiful castle remains and the lush Kenrokuen, one of Japan’s “Three Great Gardens.” The city also has a pristine, well-preserved samurai district—former residences of the nobles who once strolled the city’s s...
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Most people who visit Japan like to play it safe and stick to the cities in the country’s so-called “golden triangle” of tourism: Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto. While there isn’t anything wrong with the hustle and bustle of Japanese megacities, it would be a true disservice to your itinerary to skip the natural scenery, one-of-a-kind cultural experiences and traditions only found in the heart of Japan’s countryside. Such an example of beauty and heritage is in Yamagata Prefecture and its sacred Dewa Sanzan, or Three Mountains of Dewa, near the coastal city of Sakata. These mountains—Mount Haguro, Mou...
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“Van life.” The term is all the rage these days, with social media platforms pumping out posts of people who have opted to sell all their belongings to live life on the road and explore the world. I have always been intrigued by this idea but never felt confident to take the full plunge into the van life. So when the opportunity to test the waters presented itself, I jumped at the chance to dip my toes into exploring the Kansai region using a motorhome. The pickupI used a motorhome from Around Japan RV Rental in Osaka. The process of picking up the vehicle was convenient, both in flow and loca...
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Japan can be a lonely place to live. If you’re a student, you may have flashes of social interaction in class or perhaps a once-in-a-while night out with friends. If you’re also working, your schedule’s monotonous routine might cause you to feel like you’re repeating the same day, over and over again, meeting the same people. Now there’s a more hopeful way to spend your days. ComRezi (or ComRez!), a state-of-the-art residential community conceived by Haseko Livenet Inc., is just an eight-minute walk from Akabane station’s south exit. Its layout offers new tenants the promise of an opportunity ...
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For most of Japan’s international community, a taxi driver is probably not one of the first professions that spring to mind when thinking about jobs. However, perhaps we should think again: Spearheaded by their “Go Driversity” initiative, Hinomaru Taxi in Tokyo has been steadily adding non-Japanese employees to its team in recent years. Hinomaru Taxi’s employees enjoy a flexible schedule, competitive salary and a supportive working environment. We spoke with Karen Imada of the firm’s employment center about recent developments at Hinomaru Taxi and heard from several of the drivers themselves. ...
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With easy links to Tokyo, which administers them, the Izu Islands are the perfect getaway for anyone seeking an island experience. Each isle has its own unique appeal and many activities to keep guests entertained. One way to enjoy a flavor of the archipelago is to visit three islands in one trip. Simply take the ferry from Takeshiba to Izu Oshima and then on to Niijima before a final stop at Kozushima, from where you can get a flight back to Chofu Airport in Tokyo. 1. Oshima, the volcanic islandLocated 120 kilometers south of central Tokyo is the volcanic island Oshima, with Mount Mihara, a 7...
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