Living in Tokyo: the ultimate expat guide
Everything you need to know for a successful life in Tokyo.
Described as a modern and extravagant metropolis, Tokyo is the Japanese capital city. It is an ideal destination for expatriates looking for a pulsating life amidst huge skyscrapers, shopping malls and amusement parks.
As the country's economic, financial and political heart, Tokyo is also one of Asia's and the world's major financial hubs. It therefore provides many professional opportunities to expatriates.
Working in Tokyo
How to find a job in Tokyo
Tokyo is definitely the ideal place to find a job in Japan. This is where the headquarters of large ...
The job market in Tokyo
Japan currently ranks as the fourth largest economy globally, behind the US, China, and Germany. ...
The work culture in Tokyo
If you plan to work in Japan in general and Tokyo in particular, it is essential to understand ...
Studying in Tokyo
Studying in Tokyo
You would like to study in Japan and have chosen to settle in Tokyo? The Japanese capital is an excellent starting point to begin your adventure in ...
Education and schools in Tokyo
Student life in Tokyo
Let's have a look at expat life in Tokyo from the student's perspective. How to find student accommodation in Tokyo? How to be a smart ...
Accommodation in Tokyo
Accommodation in Tokyo
If you're moving to Tokyo, you might be wondering where to stay. Capsule hotels and other ...
The real estate market in Tokyo
Now that you have been living in Tokyo for some time, aren't you thinking of becoming a ...
Neighborhoods in Tokyo
Tokyo and its special wards are fascinating. Each of them has its own identity, and you will find ...
Leisure in Tokyo
Things to see and to do in Tokyo
There is a lot to see and do in Tokyo, whether with family, friends, as a couple, or solo. ...
Leisure activities in Tokyo
What to do in Tokyo when it rains? Where to go for a walk? What are the nice activities to do ...
The cuisine in Tokyo
In Tokyo, as in other places in Japan, tasty and cheap local dishes are easy to find. The different ...
Everyday life in Tokyo
Discovering Tokyo
You will discover the different facets of the Japanese capital by visiting the very touristy ...
Adjusting to the local culture in Tokyo
Saying sorry, thank you, addressing a stranger, your boss, or your family, talking, getting around ...
How to develop your social network in Tokyo
How do you socialize in Tokyo? How to make friends and join groups in the Japanese capital? Should ...
News & testimonies
Foreign workers in Japan are essential but resisted
A new development plan has divided opinions in the quiet town of Kutchan, bringing immigration debates back into the spotlight. At the same time, a recent incident has fueled fresh controversy. What does this mean for expatriates in Japan?
Japan cracks down on expats over unpaid dues
Japan is stepping up efforts to hold foreign residents accountable for unpaid taxes and health-related fees. Under a new policy set to take effect by June 2027, the government aims to create what it calls an “orderly and harmonious society”—a vision that includes stricter expectations for expats.
Japan's labor shortage: Can new visa reforms solve the crisis?
Facing a labor shortage and a worsening demographic situation, Japan is gradually opening up to immigration, particularly by reforming its visa policies. However, the country remains torn between economic necessity and a social model built on homogeneity. Here's an analysis.
How countries are luring expats with low-priced properties
Abandoned houses, dilapidated properties, low-cost apartments, etc., for sale. While many countries are affected by housing, some of them, like Japan, are offering abandoned properties at very low prices. Does this attract expats?
