Explore Japan
Japan Forum
Talk with other digital nomads and expats in Japan on our Japan forum - meet people, get advice and help others.
Podcasts about Japan
17 Years in Tokyo
We're excited to announce the launch of our new podcast, Let the Adventure Begin! (The Explorer Series), hosted by Josh Wood. In our first episode, Josh talks with an American expat who landed in Tokyo as a single 27-year-old bachelor, and left a married father 17 years later. To listen to our podcast, click on any of the podcast icons below. Or, search for the title, 17 Years in Tokyo, on one of these podcast apps. Subscribe to our podcast to be alerted to future episodes!
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International Schools in Japan
International Schools in Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo has many international schools and bi-lingual schools for expat students. Here are several of the more popular options.

Growing list of international schools in Japan such as the schools listed below.

K. International School Tokyo (KIST) is a private, co-educational, non-denominational day school located in Tokyo, Japan. Accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS), authorized by the International Baccalaureate (IB) as an IB World School, and recognized by the Tokyo Metropolitan Gover...
Healthcare in Japan

Expats in Japan offer advice about healthcare in Japan..
An Expat Exchange member talks about healthcare services, hospitals and health insurance in Tokyo.

What's the difference between Social Health Insurance and National Health Insurance in Japan? Are there some English-speaking doctors in good hospitals in Tokyo? What's a typical doctor visit like? An expat in Tokyo answers these questions and more.
Moving to Japan

Moving to Japan
If you're moving to Japan this is a must-read article highlighting tips from expats in Japan. Topics covered include driver's licenses, healthcare in Japan, international schools and more.
Reports from Members about Moving to Japan
Living in Japan

2023 Expat Guide to Living in Japan
Expats, digital nomads & retirees talk about what it's like living in Japan.

Expats, digital nomads & retirees talk about what it's like living in Japan.
10 Tips for Living in Japan
Did you know that washers and dryers are often placed on the balcony or in the kitchen in Japan? Did you know that trains are the best way to travel in Japan? Expats in Japan share their tips for living in Japan.
Reports from Members about Culture Shock in Japan
Questions & Answers:
- What do I need to know before moving to Japan?
- How do I find a place to live in Japan?
- What is a typical expat home or apartment like in Japan?
- What is the average cost of housing in Japan?
- Should I buy or rent a home in Japan?
- What should I pack when moving to Japan?
- What cultural faux pas should I try to avoid making in Japan?
- Why do people move to Japan?
- How are healthcare services Japan?
- What are medical services in Japan like?
- What are typical rents in Japan?
- What appliances are typically included in a rental?
Tokyo

5 Tips for Living in Tokyo, Japan
Expats in Tokyo enjoy the capital city of Japan, which is a sprawling metropolitan area. Here are some tips to help expats navigate a relocation to one of the biggest economies in the world.

2023 Expat Guide to Living in Tokyo
Expats, digital nomads & retirees talk about what it's like living in Tokyo.
Top 10 Tokyo Neighborhoods For Expats
Expats in Tokyo have several neighborhoods worth considering when they move abroad. Individual needs, such as proximity to work, international schools in Tokyo and other factors will help determine the best choice for each expat and expat family.
International Schools in Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo has many international schools and bi-lingual schools for expat students. Here are several of the more popular options.

Expats offer insight into the cost of living in Tokyo.