Transports and commuting in Kyoto

Can you use public transports in Kyoto or should you rent or buy a car? Information about commuting in Kyoto.

Getting around Japan is a piece of cake, especially when you are from California, like me. Cars aren't as important here ...

Transport June 01, 2012

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 ...

How countries are luring expats with low-priced properties

Abandoned houses, dilapidated properties, low-cost apartments, etc., for sale. While many countries are affected ...

Japan unveils new strategy to attract foreign talent

Here's some good news for prospective expats. Japan is opening its doors to foreign talents. The country is ...

Ashley: "I was not expecting Shizuoka to be so beautiful"

After 5 years of studying at university in Virginia, USA, Ashley moved to Japan to teach through the JET Program ...

A Scotsman in Japan

My name is Craig Hunter and I am a 25 year old Scotsman. I come from a town just south of Glasgow called East ...

A Jodi abroad

My name is Jodi and I'm an English teacher at a commercial high school in Japan. I'm originally from St. Louis ...

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