You Can’t Imagine the Chaos of Paying for Stuff in Japan (But It’s Kind of Amazing) So, you think paying for things is simple? Swipe a card, tap your phone, or hand over some cash? Oh, my sweet summer child. Welcome to Japan, where the payment methods are as varied as the flavors of Kit Kats they sell. In Europe, I was living the simple life: credit card or cash. Maybe a cheeky contactless tap here and there. But Japan? Japan said, “Hold my sake,” and introduced me to a payment ecosystem that feels like a mix of a sci-fi movie and a game of Monopoly. Let’s break it down, […]

Same as other countries, you can find the taxi at airport as well but compare to trains, it is high expenses and takes time. So very convenient to choose public transportations. Besides we dont use Uber in Japan, you can take taxi at major stations or airport. Please see below! From Haneda Airport to Tokyo Center Haneda Airport is closer to Tokyo, so the journey is quicker. From Narita Airport to Tokyo Center Narita Airport is farther from Tokyo, so the journey takes longer. Illustration Copy Haneda Airport (HND) | | Tokyo Monorail (13 mins) v Hamamatsucho Station | | JR Yamanote Line v Tokyo Center (Tokyo Station, Shinjuku, Shibuya) […]

Its always a bit strrugling to find proper apartment in foreign country. Please let me explain about the unique way in Japan. 1. Types of Accommodation 2. Key Considerations 3. Costs Involved 4. Steps to Rent an Apartment 5. Useful Resources 6. Tips for Foreigners