Tokyo International Friends & Events 東京国際交流会
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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.
After Japan's M7.7 Iwate earthquake on April 20, 2026, are you prepared? Complete expat guide: go-bag checklist, essential apps, how to find your evacuation route, building safety explained, and what to do during and after a quake.
Tokyo property prices are at record highs in 2026 while the BOJ raised rates to 0.75%. Can foreigners buy in Japan? Mortgage options, new April 2026 disclosure rules, and everything expats need to know about Japan real estate.
Sending money from Japan in 2026? Compare Wise, SBI Remit, Revolut, and Japanese banks by real fees and exchange rates. GoRemit closed October 2025 — here’s the best alternative. Complete expat guide by Peter Chen, 18-year Tokyo resident and TIFE founder.
How to make friends in Tokyo as a foreigner, from an 18-year resident and community founder: the events, methods and mindset that actually work — and the 5 mistakes that keep newcomers lonely.