It is a known fact that Japan is one of the safest countries in the world so it’s not surprising to hear that a lot of people are interested in living in the country, whether temporarily or for good. While making the decision to live in Japan is one thing, the next hurdle is finding…

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to live with Japanese people in Japan? Or, maybe you do but you are a little strapped on cash? Well, don’t fret because you can indulge on one living option that can allow you to live with Japanese people at a low cost, and is abundant with other…

Not long ago, the only budget-friendly way to live in the bigger Japanese cities was to squeeze into individual shoebox apartments, living on cup ramen and convenience store food. However, over the last decade, alternative forms of accommodation such as share houses are quickly rising up in popularity. Share houses, as the name suggests, are…