As an expat, there are some dangers and pitfalls when crafting a life in Japan. There are a lot of assumptions made by those who have never lived in Japan about what should be easy. First, nothing is easy in Japan. The expat experience in Japan is not for those looking for an exotic destination…

Expatriates tend to have one thing in common, and that’s a bit of wanderlust. Expatriates typically like to travel and don’t mind moving. Some are searching for adventure; others are looking for their place in the world. Those who are looking for adventure tend to find the transient nature of all things exhilarating. Those who…

Hands down, the biggest concern for families moving to Japan is education and childcare. If your family is bilingual, the Japanese school system is amazing and will be a good fit. For families without a member who is fluent in Japanese, there is a surprising number of options in a variety of price ranges. There…