Culture & Society
FIFA World Cup 2026 Is Underway. How to Watch All 104 Matches from Japan, Your Home Team Included
The World Cup arrived while you're living in Japan — which means you can follow both your home…
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Culture & Society
Geisha vs Maiko Explained! Common Mistakes Tourists Make Could Lead to Fines (2026)
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Travel & Explore
Power Banks Banned for In-Flight Use from April 24, 2026: Japan’s Complete Guide to the New Carry-On Rules
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Visa & Legal
Specified Skilled Worker ‘Food Service’ Visa Suspended | What Happens to Your Visa? A Status-Based Guide (2026)
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Visa & Legal
Japan’s Specified Residence Card Launches June 2026: Benefits, How to Apply, and What to Know About the Combined Card
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Using Crypto to Send Money Home from Japan? What the 55%→20% Tax Reform Means for You [2026]
If you use Bitcoin or USDT to send money home, Japan's crypto tax rules are about to change.…
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Zelda: Ocarina of Time Switch 2 Remake Announced! Nintendo Direct June 2026 Full Summary & Release Dates
Nintendo Direct June 9 recap: Zelda Ocarina of Time confirmed for Switch 2 remake, plus Star Fox, Rhythm…
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Japan’s Specified Residence Card Applications Open June 15 — Residence Card & My Number Integration: What to Bring [June 2026]
Japan's Specified Residence Card launches June 14, 2026 (apply from June 15). Enrollment is voluntary. Check what to…
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Typhoon No. 6 Hits Transport by Region: Local Lines Suspended in Kanto, Kansai & Tokai, 520+ Flights Cancelled (Updated June 3, 2026)
Typhoon No. 6 makes its closest approach to Kansai early on June 3 and to Kanto around midday.…
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Japan’s Disaster Warnings Changed on May 28, 2026. What Is a ‘Danger Warning’? How to Read Alert Levels and When to Evacuate
Japan's disaster prevention weather information was overhauled on May 28, 2026. A new 'Danger Warning' (Level 4), the…
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