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Tag: Living in Japan 2026

Everything you need to know about living in Japan in 2026. Practical guides for expats on housing, transport, healthcare, money-saving tips, and building a life in Japan.

Posted on August 21, 2026August 20, 2026

Japan Expands Automated e-Gates 2026: Skip the Immigration Line at the Airport

Japan Expands Automated e-Gates 2026 Skip the Immigration Line at the Airport

Japan is widening access to its automated e-Gates in 2026, letting more foreign visitors and residents skip the staffed immigration counter. Here's which airports have them, who can use them, and how to register through Visit Japan Web before you fly.

Posted on August 20, 2026

Tokyo App ¥11,000 Points 2026: How Foreign Residents Can Claim Tokyo’s Cash Benefit

Tokyo App ¥11,000 Points 2026 How Foreign Residents Can Claim Tokyo's Cash Benefit

Tokyo is giving every registered resident — foreigners included — up to ¥11,000 in Tokyo Points through the Tokyo App Living Support Program. Here's exactly who qualifies, how to apply before April 2027, and how to turn the points into real cash via PayPay, Rakuten, or Mercari.

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, 2026October 3, 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, 2026July 22, 2026

在日台灣人網購省錢懶人包:Mercari + Hapitas or 楽天Rebates 雙重省錢術

在日台灣人網購省錢懶人包:Mercari + Hapitas + 楽天Rebates 三重省錢術

在日台灣人網購最高可以省幾重?Mercari 本身已經比零售便宜,再疊加 Hapitas 點數回饋和楽天Rebates,等於三重省錢。完整攻略教你怎麼疊加最大化,招待碼和邀請連結全在這裡。

Posted on July 22, 2026July 22, 2026

TEMU 在日本買什麼最值得?在日台灣人實測 Top 20 購物推薦 2026

TEMU 在日本買什麼最值得?在日台灣人實測 Top 20 好物推薦 2026

TEMU 在日本買什麼最值得?在日台灣人親測 Top 20 好物,每樣都比 Amazon JP 便宜 3~8 倍。手機配件、收納、廚房、旅行小物全攻略。優惠碼 apm35523 新用戶拿 1.5 萬円折扣,再搭 Hapitas 三重省錢最高省 42.5%。

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