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Japan Rules: What No One Tells You About Thriving in Japan
Life in Japan June 4th, 2026

Japan Rules: What No One Tells You About Thriving in Japan

There's a sign in Roppongi that says "because there are rules, there is freedom." After 10 years in Tokyo, entrepreneur Jonathan Siegel finally understands what it means. A conversation about the rules no one explains, the logic behind them, and what happens when you stop resisting.
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John Cross
John Cross Expat at Mailmate
How to Use An Electric Scooter in Japan: LUUP Scooter & More
Life in Japan June 4th, 2026

How to Use An Electric Scooter in Japan: LUUP Scooter & More

Travel around faster by using an electric scooter in Japan.
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Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
What is a 1K Apartment in Japan? Layout, Costs, and Everything You Need to Know
Life in Japan May 29th, 2026

What is a 1K Apartment in Japan? Layout, Costs, and Everything You Need to Know

What is a 1K apartment in Japan? Learn about the layout, rent costs, move-in fees, and how 1K compares to 1R, 1DK, and 1LDK apartments.
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Yuriko Matsuoka
Yuriko Matsuoka Staff Writer