How To (Properly) Cancel SoftBank Hikari
SoftBank is one of Japan’s largest internet service providers. This guide aims to help you cancel SoftBank Hikari with minimal headaches.
The 18-Step Guide to Moving Out of Japan
Every JET must land at some point, which means going through the daunting moving process. This 18-step guide helped me, so let me help you.
How to Apply for your Lump Sum Pension Withdrawal
When you’re a JET, you may return home. This guide shows you how to complete your lump sum pension withdrawal application.
Recontracting Decisions While On JET
When you’re a JET, you get to decide how long you want to stay. Most JETs make their recontracting decision at the end of the year. Let’s go!
Are JETs Expats or Immigrants?
In short, it depends on how you define expat or immigrant. This article discusses my thoughts on whether JETs are expats or immigrants.
Let’s Talk U.S. Taxes While on JET!
When you’re an American JET, you need to file taxes to the U.S.A. in addition to Japan. This article offers tax software recs for U.S. JETs.
Tipico: Japan’s Best Italian Wine Bar
Are you looking for fine Italian wine and some tapas to share with friends? Tipico in Fukuoka’s Hirao neighborhood has got you covered!
Let’s Talk Japanese Residence Tax
It’s your first June in Japan and, SURPRISE! You just received your first Residence Tax Bill. Here’s what it is and how you can pay it.
Exploring the Sasaguri Tunnel
JR Kyushu hosted a night walking tour of the Sasaguri Tunnel, one of Kyushu’s longest rail tunnels. These are my experiences.
The 73rd Sapporo Snow Festival
The Sapporo Snow Festival was held for the first time in three years from February 4-11, 2023. These are my experiences in Sapporo.