Settlement and Living

Hey friend! I see you're asking about the cost of living in Japan – that's a big question and was my biggest headache when I first arrived. I'll break it down for you based on my own experience and wh...

Hey there, friend! When it comes to immigration, many people have their own opinions and experiences. To be honest, "easy" and "good quality of life" are quite subjective criteria, as everyone's profe...

Hey there! Just arrived in Japan, and finding a rental is definitely the top priority—it's also a pitfall many people stumble into. Don't worry, while it can be tedious, the process is fixed.

Sure, here is the translation: Answer: Okay, no problem. Regarding the "Dependent Visa" (家族滞在), this is indeed a major concern for many friends preparing to come to Japan for work or study.

Okay, no problem! Settle in, and I'll tell you about television, film, and media in New Zealand, trying to keep it conversational. Hey, talking about New Zealand TV and film – it's a pretty interesti...

Okay, no problem. Regarding cultural tolerance and discrimination in New Zealand, let me break it down for you, and I'll try to keep it conversational like we're just chatting.

Hey there new friend, welcome to New Zealand! Let's talk about KiwiSaver Seeing this question feels like looking at myself a few years back when I first landed – curious about everything but a bit ove...

Congratulations on moving into your new home! Getting your water, power, and internet sorted is top priority for settling in, as they directly impact your living comfort.

Okay, no problem. As someone who has long followed and understood New Zealand, I'll give you a rundown of its current economic situation and future outlook, hoping to make it clear and easy to underst...

Hey! Talking about love and dating in Japan is such an interesting topic. Having spent quite some time in Japan and chatted a lot with my Japanese friends, I'll try to share my observations and unders...

Okay, I totally get where you're coming with this question. When I first came to Japan, I scratched my head over this for ages too. Don't worry, there are ways, but it does require a bit of patience a...

Sure, here is the translation of the provided content into English, maintaining the original Markdown format: Answer: Okay, no problem. It's understandable to feel a bit overwhelmed by the wide array...

Hello! Judging by your question, you're either planning to go to Japan or already living there and need to handle money transfers between the two countries. Don't worry, it's not complicated.

Okay, let's break down whether you need to join a "Chōnaikai" or participate in community activities in Japan. Is joining a "Chōnaikai" mandatory in Japan? In short: Not legally, but it's complicated...

Okay, buddy, talking about Japan's attitude towards foreigners and what it means to be a "gaijin" is a topic we could discuss for days on end.

Here's the English translation: Upon seeing this question, a wave of emotions washed over me, as if I was instantly transported back to my early days of immigration many years ago.

Hey! Welcome to "The Other Side of the Earth"! The season flip-flop really threw me for a loop when I first arrived too. Felt like I had to reset my whole body clock and worldview, haha.

Hello! Saw your question and wanted to chat—as someone who’s been there—about seeing doctors and buying meds in New Zealand, using plain language.

Hello, that's an excellent question, and one that many new citizens are concerned about. Let me break it down for you, trying to explain it in simple terms.

Sure, no problem. There's a lot of confusion out there about whether having a baby in New Zealand automatically grants citizenship, so let me lay it all out for you.