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Recognizing the Signs For Novice, Disabled, And Elderly Drivers in Japan

Jan 21, 2014 By First Admin

Did you ever wonder about those four strange magnets, a yellow and green leaf, an orange and yellow leaf, a blue and white clover, or a yellow and green butterfly,...[ Click to read more ]

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Obtaining an International Driving Permit (IDP) in Japan

Jan 09, 2014 By Ray Proper

You can get an International Driving Permit (IDP) based on your Japanese driver’s license. The permit is valid for one year from the date of issue and must be used...[ Click to read more ]

Obtaining an International Driving Permit (IDP) in Nagoya

Jan 09, 2014 By Ray Proper

You can get an international Driving Permit (IDP) from Japan based on your Japanese driver’s license. The permit is valid for one year from the date of issue and must be...[ Click to read more ]

International Driver’s Licenses in Japan

Oct 16, 2013 By Ray Proper

We are still getting reports that drivers presenting International Driving Permits (IDPs) at the licensing center are being told to come back once their existing permit expires. Drivers need to...[ Click to read more ]

Finding Western Medicines in Japan

Apr 02, 2013 By Ray Proper

Visitors and residents of Japan from overseas often comment that Japanese drugs are ineffective.  Whether because the dosage is wrong, or they have not been prescribed what they were hoping...[ Click to read more ]

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Renting an Apartment in Japan

Sep 05, 2011 By Ray Proper

Many people come to Japan through a company. An English Teacher, for example, will usually get off the plane and be met by a representative of their new company, who...[ Click to read more ]

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Household and Oversized Garbage Collection in Nagoya

Mar 05, 2010 By First Admin

Sorting trash in Japan can be a real pain in the neck, especially in Nagoya. Paper, plastic, burnable, non-burnable, spray cans, etc. all need to be separated in the right...[ Click to read more ]

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