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How to get residence record (Juminhyou) at the city office

Dec 19, 2016 | Everyday Living Advice

As a foreigner, you will often be asked to submit a proof or residence or Juminhyou. Each area will have different form and handling charge, but don’t worry! What you need is to remember the following kanji, 住民票 Juminhyou、Residence Card If you can’t find...

Hello from Your Japanese Neighbor: Let’s join her events!

Dec 19, 2016 | Society

Hi ! I’m Keiko. I was born in Japan but raised in California, United States. With over 10 years of teaching experience to preschoolers and elementary students in English schools in Japan, I have changed my career and worked as a licensed elementary teacher in Miyamae...

Oseibo -Winter gift giving in Japan

Dec 16, 2016 | Everyday Living Advice, Japanese Culture & Entertainment

Wondering why recently there are so many gift boxes with the pictures of juices, hams or crab legs being displayed in your nearby department stores? Yes, those gift boxes are oseibo or winter gift giving. Gift giving is a part of Japanese culture. In the past, it is...

Japanese Vegetable Series : Broccoli and Alfa

Dec 15, 2016 | Products and Services in Japan, Recipes

Have you ever seen these cute sprouts in Japanese supermarket? Popular with the name of ブロッコリーアルファ, burokkori arufa, or broccoli and alfa (in English), these sprouts are really tasty and cheap. They are also perfect for lazy day meals and they will make you healthier!...

Take away leftover food from Japanese restaurants

Dec 15, 2016 | Everyday Living Advice

Have you ever been to a Japanese restaurant for a meal and you could not finish your food? Do you know that some Japanese restaurants would allow you to take leftovers home? You can ask the waiter o waitress about the possibility to take leftovers home. Use the...