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Japan Winter Safety: Icy Platforms, Delays & Commute Guide
Japan New Year Closures: Digital Nomad’s Survival Guide
Digital Nomad’s Japan New Year Survival: Food, Transport & Work
Tokyo Late Dinner & New Year’s: Your Guide to Restaurants Open Past 9 PM
Medical Emergency Japan New Year: Find Care & English Support
Beginner Snow near Tokyo: Winter Hikes & Snowshoeing Guide
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Japan’s Winter Gauntlet: From Ski Slopes to Icy Streets, Your Emergency Survival Guide
Don’t let Japan’s heavy snow catch you off guard! As a 10-year expat, I’ll show you how to handle winter sports injuries, icy falls, and transport disruptions with zero stress. Real talk, real solutions.
Japan Winter Quake: Your Lifeline Travel Guide for Earthquakes & Staying Warm
Don’t panic! As a 10-year expat, I’ll show you how to prepare for a winter earthquake in Japan, find shelter, communicate, and stay warm. Your essential safety guide.
Leaving Japan? Your Expat-Proof Checklist for a Smooth, Fee-Free Departure
Don’t get caught by hidden fees! As a 10-year expat, I’ll walk you through cancelling contracts, deregistering residency, and getting your pension. Your ultimate Japan departure guide.
Don’t Get Lost in Translation: Your My Number Card Explained by a Japan Expat Fixer
My Number Card got you confused? I’ve been there. This guide, from an expat living in Japan for 10+ years, breaks down applying, using, and navigating Japan’s digital ID, with real talk and practical tips.
Japan Visa Extension & Status Change: My Brutally Honest Guide to Not Screwing Up Your Stay
A veteran expat’s guide to Japan visa extensions and status changes. Learn application steps, required documents, fees, and common pitfalls to avoid rejection. Real talk, no fluff.
Cash is King & Patience is Gold: Your Ultimate Guide to Scoring Japan’s Winter Second-Hand Hobby Deals
Unlock Japan’s winter hobby deals! As a 10-year expat, I’ll guide you through finding cheap second-hand manga, figures & retro games, tackling cash-only shops, language barriers, and finding rare gems.
Beyond Fukubukuro: Your Late Jan Playbook for Epic Hobby Hauls in Japan
Don’t miss out! Late January in Japan is PRIME for figures, games & manga deals. Learn where to hunt in Akihabara & Ikebukuro, navigate second-hand shops, and score rare finds with this expat’s guide.
Don’t Suffer a Cold Winter Breakfast: My Expat Hacks for Warm, Budget Japan Mornings (2026)
Veteran expat reveals how to ditch expensive hotel breakfasts & cold onigiri for quick, warm, and authentic Japanese morning meals on a budget. Includes konbini, gyudon, and cafe tips.