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Life in Japan
Updated November 2025 Getting around Japan by train Japan’s train system is fast, clean, and punctual, but for first-time visitors, it can also feel overwhelming. Whether you are visiting, studying abroad, or have just moved here, the train system is an essential part of daily life in Japan. With dozens of operators, multiple lines, and different types of trains (local, express, Shinkansen, etc), figuring out how to transfer trains in Japan is a common challenge....
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Life in Japan
Updated November 2025 Getting around Japan by train Japan’s train system is fast, clean, and punctual, but for first-time visitors, it can also feel overwhelming. Whether you are visiting, studying abroad, or have just moved...
Study Trip
What is the cost of Study Trips in Japan? Planning your budget is a key part of getting ready for your Study Trip to Japan. This guide is a core part of our complete plan...
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If you’ve ever tried to send post from Japan to another country, you’ll know it can be a confusing process — especially after Japan Post updated its requirements for international parcel labeling. As a study...
Study Trip
Finding community and making friends on a Study Trip in Japan Worried about traveling to Japan alone? You’re not the only one. Many students feel nervous about making friends while studying abroad in Japan, but...
Japanese Culture
When autumn arrives in Japan, landscapes across the country turn all shades of red, orange, and yellow. In Japanese, the process of leaves changing colors is called kōyō, which prompts many trips for people around...
Study Trip
How do I book a Study Trip and come to Japan? Taking the first step toward your dream of studying in Japan is a huge moment. It’s exciting, but it can also feel a little...
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