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January 17, 2024
What do you like most about Japan?
For me, a Belarusian, it is a rich natural environment with the sea, mountains, and forests. However, of course, money is needed to keep both nature and cityscapes clean. As you know, in order to collect that money, the government collects taxes. (By the way, did you know that the "Kanji of the Year" for 2023 is "tax"?)
Just like Japanese people, foreigners can enjoy the beautiful nature and cityscape, and in case of an emergency, they can call the police, fire trucks, and ambulances, and use various public facilities and services. Therefore, foreign nationals and international students who have lived in Japan for a while also need to pay taxes.
However, there are many types of taxes, so what kind of taxes should I pay, and when and how? How long do you have to live in the country to become taxable?
This article explains the taxes that international students must pay in Japan. (Please note that there are some differences in taxation from foreign workers.)
December 28, 2023
Studying abroad in Japan is a series of new experiences. A variety of memories are engraved in your heart, from happy moments to sad events and embarrassing episodes. Based on my memories from my experience as an international student, I would like to introduce 10 anecdotes from studying abroad in Japan that you will be able to empathize with and say, ``I had that experience too!''
November 10, 2023
Did you know that stamps are used in Japan as a means to guarantee the authenticity of documents, just like signatures? In Japan, a small stick-shaped stamp called a "hanko" is often required in place of a signature when a package arrives, or in addition to a signature when signing a contract. Can foreigners use stamps? Where can I get it? Is it really necessary for foreigners? In this article, we will answer the questions above and explain stamps.
November 8, 2023
Going to higher education, moving, getting a job, etc...If you live in Japan for a long time, the time will come at some point to move. When I moved to Japan for the first time, I had no idea where to start or what to do. I think there are many people who have the same problem as me at this time. For those who have such concerns, we have prepared a guide that will help you easily understand the moving process! If you are planning to move, just reading this once will make your preparations go smoothly. Now, let's get into the content!
October 16, 2023
There are days when you want to meet and talk with friends, but find regular cafes a little boring. Or, there are days when you have free time and want to go out by yourself. For such a day, we will introduce three recommended places where you can have fun with friends or alone!
September 06, 2023
If you are studying in Japan, you must have found many interesting things in various shops. When I first came to Japan, I used to think, "Oh, I want my mother to eat this snack!" Ta.
However, I was surprised to learn that in order to send packages overseas from Japan, it is not possible to send them in the same way as in my home country. If it's a postcard or a book, you can send it as is, but what should I do if the package contains several items?
This article explains how to send packages overseas using international mail.
August 14, 2023
Introduction
Every student has experienced stress. But when you study abroad, that amount of stress increases dramatically. It is difficult to move even within your home country. When it comes to moving to a foreign country, stress is unavoidable, not only because of the new environment and moving procedures, but also because of cultural differences and language difficulties. Therefore, I would like to share my stress relief methods.
August 14, 2023
When you are studying abroad, there are times when you want to refresh yourself and experience Japanese culture by going to see friends far away from Tokyo or going on long trips. However, when boarding a train for that reason, there are times when you don't know where to go or which ticket to buy. In this article, I will briefly introduce how to ride a train, which is necessary when going out!
July 10, 2023
When you move to Japan, you will need to do a lot of shopping. Even if you want to bring a lot of things from your home country, you won't be able to bring everything with just one or two suitcases.
However, when you come to Japan for the first time, it is not uncommon to experience the problem of not knowing where to buy anything. Especially when you can't find something you want to buy right away, like medicine or toilet paper.
For those of you who are planning to visit Japan or have just arrived, this article will introduce you to the various types of Japanese shops.
May 25, 2023
How should international students attending school meet Japanese people and make friends? Moreover, I was embarrassed by my Japanese level, so I had a hard time speaking to people in Japanese. What should I do in such a case?
May 25, 2023
A complete explanation of the new series, Nihon Railway! Railways are used casually in Japan, but it is also true that it is a little confusing from the standpoint of an international student. Why are there so many railway companies? How do you ride the Shinkansen? How do you get on the train in the first place? In this series, we will explain things in an easy-to-understand manner from the perspective of international students so that you can use the railway more conveniently. In this first article, let's start with "words" and "how to ride", which are often confusing.
October 13, 2022
Japan is said to be a disaster-prone country. Let's look back on the major natural disasters that have occurred in recent years, learn about the types of natural disasters that occur in Japan, learn the details and countermeasures for each type, and be prepared in case of an emergency.
June 27, 2022
In this article, I will explain in detail how foreigners receive medical examinations at Japanese hospitals. In addition, we will provide solutions for foreigners' problems at hospitals (doctors do not understand the language, do not know which hospital to go to, financial anxiety about health insurance and medical expenses, etc.).
June 07, 2022
日本で部屋（家）を借りたいと思っている外国人の方に向けて、まずは海外と日本の賃貸契約に関する違いを解説します。その後、実際に部屋を借りるまでの流れを外国人専用の物件サイトとあわせてご紹介します。外国人が日本で賃貸契約をする際に一番ネックになる「保証人問題」の解決策や、外国人に多いトラブルなどよくある悩みも一通り解説。これを読めば、日本で部屋（家）を探して、借りて住むまでの手続きがわかります。
March 14, 2022
A bank account is necessary for exchanging money that is indispensable for daily life, such as receiving salary and paying utility bills. What if a foreigner wants to open a new bank account in Japan? Introducing the conditions and documents required to open an account, how to open an account, and 6 recommended banks to open an account.
December 27, 2021
What do you imagine when you think of what you want to enjoy in winter Japan? When asked by international students, "snow" is often said. There are countries and regions in the world where it does not snow, and not only international students but also foreign tourists come to see the snow in Japan. Japanese snow, which often falls quietly, is closely related to Japanese culture. Let's enjoy winter to the fullest with snow while learning what kind of culture there is.
December 24, 2021
Onomatopoeia is a Japanese expression that expresses natural sounds, voices, states, and movements. In winter, you will often read and listen to onomatopoeia such as "shinshin," "blurring," and "warm" in Japan. It often appears when reading Japanese reading comprehension sentences. In this article, I will introduce onomatopoeia that is often used in winter with example sentences. Learn the meaning and learn more about Japanese than ever before.
September 28, 2021
How much does it cost to live in Japan after studying abroad (electricity, gas, water)? I will introduce it based on an example of living alone in Japan. Also, when living in Japan, it is necessary to make a contract for electricity, water, and gas in addition to the contract for a room or house such as an apartment or apartment, so I will explain the procedure (not necessary if you live in a share house). There are several companies that have contracts, but please be assured that the landlord will tell you.
June 24, 2021
A residence card issued to foreigners who are in Japan for the medium to long term. We will explain what kind of card it is, its role, how to read the Street address
April 15, 2021
Garbage disposal rules vary from country to country. For example, there are countries where you can put out burnable garbage and non-burnable garbage together, but in Japan it violates the rules. It must be sorted according to the type of garbage. If you don't divide it, the garbage truck may not bring it with you.
March 26, 2021
A new series will start this month. The theme is about Japanese lifestyle. We publish an article once a month for international students, those who want to study abroad, and those who have just studied abroad. This month, the first time, we will introduce information you need to know in advance about transportation in Japan.
February 18, 2021
Have you ever heard the word "easy Japanese"? It is a very useful word for both international students and Japanese people involved in international students. Let's know its features and cases and use it for daily communication.
February 01, 2021
I want to find out about Japan, but many people are in trouble because they don't understand Japanese. In this article, we will introduce web media and apps that provide information on Japan in many languages. About Japanese news, current Japanese society, tourism information, and studying abroad in Japan ... The site you see will change depending on what you want to find out.
November 04, 2020
If your status of residence is "College Student" when you come to Japan, you need a permit to work in Japan. Even after getting permission from the Immigration Bureau, you still need to know the various rules. You can work part-time within 28 hours a week (up to 8 hours a day during long school holidays) and must work outside of sex business. I will also explain what happens if you do not follow the rules and the points when looking for a part-time job.
August 07, 2020
Earthquakes, typhoons, heavy rain... Various disasters have occurred recently. Japan is a country with many earthquakes. What should we do "before the disaster", not "after the disaster?" In this article, I will introduce what you should prepare and Japanese that you should remember in case of a disaster.
July 07, 2020
Due to the influence of the new corona, the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) was canceled in July, and I think many people are uneasy. However, you must continue to study Japanese so that you can take the entrance examination for a university/graduate school/ Professional Training College, pass the next JLPT, and live a more fulfilling life in Japan. Know how to manage your time well so you can stay focused.
June 05, 2020
The number of people making video calls is increasing all over the world while they cannot go out. What kind of video phone tools do Japanese people use nowadays, not only for work and study but also for talking with friends online? We will introduce each feature together.
May 07, 2020
Newspapers that Japanese people read every day and TV news they watch. "You can't read or see Japanese news just like Japanese people yet." News written in easy Japanese for foreigners and Japanese elementary and middle school students There is a website called "WEB EASY" (NHK).
March 04, 2020
In Japan, March is the end of the school year. In March everyone is busy preparing for the next new life. Especially when it comes to moving, even Japanese are very troublesome to move, not to mention international students who are not good at Japanese. Since I was a former international student, when I moved, I often didn't know how to update my procedures, so I had a lot of trouble. Here, I would like to introduce some advice from my moving experience.
January 09, 2020
In Japan, international students can also work part-time and earn money within certain conditions. First of all, let's confirm the conditions and check points for working part-time here.
November 30, 2019
I think everyone knows through news that Japan is an earthquake-prone country. Earthquakes can occur anywhere and anytime. In Japan, we have been teaching about countermeasures from an early age, such as kindergartens and elementary schools, in preparation for earthquakes. For example, “evacuation drill”. In your home country, you may not have learned at school about earthquake preparedness, or it may have been very easy to learn. As a country with many earthquakes, Japan is preparing for various earthquakes. Here, we will introduce the countermeasures and actions after the earthquake.
July 26, 2019
* The original text of this article is written in Chinese. "Irish Kazoku" Immediately before the end of the same period as Japan's international studies, the future of international studies in Japan. "Rules" for life in Japan, normal for Japanese customs, Tadashi for foreigners' theory, surprising and terrific, for the return of local regions, and now for the sake of living in Japan.
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