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Tips for Indonesians on Finding an Apartment in Japan
A complete guide to finding an apartment in Japan, from understanding the high initial costs to negotiation tips and what to look for when viewing a property.
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Enrolling Your Child in a Japanese School: A Complete Guide
A complete guide for Indonesian parents who want to enroll their children in Japanese schools. Covering everything from kindergarten to high school, including costs, procedures, and tips for your child's adaptation.
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100 Must-Know Japanese Phrases for Daily Life
A collection of the 100 most important Japanese phrases for daily life in Japan. Grouped by situation, complete with pronunciation and usage examples.
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Converting an Indonesian Driver's License to a Japanese One: A Step-by-Step Guide
A complete guide to converting an Indonesian driver's license to a Japanese one. Includes required documents, the testing process, and tips for passing from the experience of Indonesian nationals who have successfully done it.
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Earthquake & Typhoon Preparedness: An Emergency Guide for Indonesian Nationals
A complete guide to disaster preparedness in Japan for Indonesian nationals. Includes what to do during an earthquake, preparing an emergency bag, and how to access evacuation information.
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Living with 4 Seasons: A Guide to Adapting to Japan's Weather
A complete guide for Indonesians accustomed to a tropical climate on adapting to Japan's 4 seasons. Tips on clothing, health, and expenses per season.
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Fukuoka: The Startup City for Ambitious Indonesians
A guide to living and working in Fukuoka, Japan's best startup city. Low living costs, a growing startup ecosystem, and a high quality of life for Indonesian citizens.
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A Complete Guide to Waste Disposal in Japan
A detailed guide to Japan's notoriously strict waste separation system. Includes schedules, how to sort, and the consequences of breaking the rules.
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Halal Food Guide in Japan: Restaurants, Supermarkets & Tips
A complete guide to finding and enjoying halal food in Japan. From halal restaurants and grocery shopping to tips for cooking your own safe meals.
14 min read
Understanding Japan's Health Insurance System
A complete explanation of Japan's National Health Insurance (NHI) and Employee's Insurance (Shakai Hoken). Includes how to register, costs, and what is covered.
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Life in Rural Japan (Inaka): Experiences & Tips
A guide to living in rural Japan for Indonesian nationals. Advantages, challenges, and adaptation tips for those assigned to rural areas of Japan.
10 min read
Japanese Etiquette & Manners Every Indonesian Must Know
A complete guide to Japanese etiquette and manners that Indonesians must know. From how to greet, eat, to behaving in public places.
10 min read