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Category: Living in Japan — Expat Guide

Everything expats and foreigners need to know about daily life in Japan. Housing, transport, money-saving tips, Japanese apps, healthcare, schooling for international families, and practical advice for making Japan feel like home. Written by people who actually live here.

Posted on July 30, 2026

Share House vs Apartment in Japan: Which Is Right for You? (2026 Guide)

Share House vs Apartment in Japan Which Is Right for You (2026 Guide)

Share house vs apartment in Japan: a 2026 cost, contract and lifestyle comparison for foreigners — with a clear recommendation for new arrivals.

Posted on July 29, 2026

How to Rent an Apartment in Japan Without a Guarantor (2026 Guide for Foreigners)

How to Rent an Apartment in Japan Without a Guarantor (2026 Guide for Foreigners)

Renting in Japan without a guarantor is possible in 2026. Learn how the guarantor system and key money work — and 5 ways foreigners can skip both.

Posted on July 29, 2026July 29, 2026

We Live in Tokyo — and We Still Buy THE TOKYO PASS. Here’s Why (Family Review 2026)

We Live in Tokyo — and We Still Buy THE TOKYO PASS. Here's Why (Family Review 2026)

A Tokyo resident dad's honest family review of THE TOKYO PASS — why we use it regularly even living here, the real savings with kids, the downsides, and code passtc88 for 12% off.

Posted on July 29, 2026

Moving Apartment in Tokyo: How to Buy & Sell Everything on Mercari Japan

Moving Apartment in Tokyo: How to Buy & Sell Everything on Mercari Japan

Moving apartments in Tokyo? Mercari Japan is the smartest tool you have. Buy used furniture at 40–70% off, sell everything before you leave, and avoid costly large-waste disposal fees. Referral code GUJURR for ¥500 off your first purchase. Complete Tokyo moving guide.

Posted on July 25, 2026

Best Things to Buy on Temu Japan 2026: 20 Expat-Tested Picks

Best Things to Buy on Temu Japan 2026 20 Expat-Tested Picks

The 20 best things to buy on Temu Japan in 2026, tested by TIFE's 35,000+ expat community. Category-by-category breakdown: what delivers excellent value, what to skip. All items under ¥2,000. Code apm35523 = ¥15,000 in free coupons + 30% off for new users.

Posted on July 25, 2026

Temu Japan vs Amazon Japan 2026: Which Is Cheaper for Expats?

Temu Japan vs Amazon Japan 2026: Which Is Cheaper for Expats?

Temu Japan vs Amazon Japan: real price comparison across 20 everyday expat items in 2026. Spoiler — Temu wins on price by 60–80% in most categories, but Amazon wins on speed and reliability. Here's when to use which. Code apm35523 = ¥15,000 free for Temu new users.

Posted on July 22, 2026

Selling on Mercari Japan Before Leaving Tokyo: Get Your Money Back Before You Go

Selling on Mercari Japan Before Leaving Tokyo Get Your Money Back Before You Go

Leaving Tokyo? Sell everything on Mercari Japan first — the average expat leaving after 2+ years recovers ¥30,000–80,000. Complete sell-off timeline, pricing strategy, and what sells fastest. Code GUJURR = ¥500 off your first purchase.

Posted on July 22, 2026

How to Use Temu Japan Without Japanese: Complete App Guide for Expats 2026

Temu Japan works fully in English — no Japanese required. Complete step-by-step guide to downloading, registering, ordering, and getting your ¥15,000 coupon bundle with code apm35523. From iPhone region change to first delivery, everything a Tokyo expat needs to know.

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