Life in Japan can be a whirlwind adventure some days, with others a headache. It’s not simply not knowing the rules, norms and right words to say in any given situation, sometimes it can be much bigger issues that stress us out. If for example you’ve ever been to an immigration office in Japan, then…

One of the most common problems for foreign people living in Japan is finding clothes and shoes that fit. Since March 2020, due to restrictions on travel because of the coronavirus pandemic, many foreign people are unable to return to their home countries, which means they have to get everything they need right here in…

The days are gradually getting warmer and longer, and spring will soon be here. Change your hairstyle for a fresh start, get your nails done in bright spring colors, and take care of your rough skin with a mask at a skin care salon. Have you spent the year locked in your home hoping no…

Personal finances, investments, registering a company, tax issues and real estate management are areas that are often difficult to navigate in Japan. J SELECT is proud to introduce English speaking professionals that can help guide you in any number of financial and regulatory processes. These specialists operating across Japan from the greater Tokyo area, can…

Knowing a place is a journey one can begin but never end. How land, climate and culture shape what we use, appreciate and eat varies with a diversity impossible for our minds to fully comprehend. And there lies the joy of it. If you are willing to look, there is always something new to discover….

21 lucky winners will receive a dinner voucher for two in Japan  On February 1, 2971, Business World Corporation, founded by the late Yasuhiro Miyata, was established to engage in the international publishing and advertising business. BWC publications have been adopted as the official English-language medium during visits to Japan by world leaders such as HM…

“Hybrid Relaxation Sei-Tai” has opened near Shirokane-Takanawa station and Sengakuji Station. Kazuaki Maeda, a Judo rehabilitation therapist, has practiced at relaxation salons, osteopathic clinics and orthopedic clinics nationwide. After acquiring national qualifications, he went on to train in traditional massage clinics in Thailand and Tahiti (French Polynesia) and opened this clinic in September 2020. The…

Though Tokyo boasts the highest number of non-Japanese transplants, the award for history and culture surely goes to the Kansai region. From ancient temples in Nara, to the sprawling vistas of Kobe. These 8 schools you can learn the Japanese while exploring its rich history in the heart of Japan. Contents ◆Aim Nara International Academy…

Studying Japanese is very important for living, working and staying in Japan. J SELECT features Japanese language schools in the greater Tokyo area offering long-term courses mainly for students looking to attend university or work in Japan and are usually one to two years of full-time study. Here’s a list to find your perfect school in…

J SELECT Magazine features takeaway, delivery and mail order services. Lots of vegetables and grill dishes from Sizzler Sizzler is offering a take-away set which includes fresh salad, deli salad, grilled dish, bread and famous cheese toast for 3 to 4 people to enjoy Sizzler at home. Salad Bar at home set includes 1.4kg of…