Studying Japanese is very useful for living in Japan. J SELECT features Japanese language schools in the greater Tokyo area that offer short-term courses suitable for foreign residents of Japan, such as businesspeople or spouses and children of expatriates. These include courses on business Japanese or preparation for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT). Here…

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…

What comes to mind when you hear the word ‘Tsukudani’? Like dried seaweed tsukudani on freshly cooked white rice or seaweed tsukudani in rice balls, it’s best accompanied with rice and sake. Tsukudani is a Japanese traditional food wherein fish, shellfish, seaweed, vegetables or even meat cooked in soy sauce base, and it has a…

As the capital of Japan and the country’s largest and most cosmopolitan city, Tokyo has no shortage of international schools. It can be hard to make the right choice for your child’s education, but if you’re looking for an international where the stimulating IB curriculum meets an immersive dive into Japanese language and culture, Capital…

As extensive and convenient as the trains can be in Japan, many parts of the country can only be experienced by car or motorcycle, and even in well-connected Tokyo, driving can save you from constantly worrying about train schedules, transfers, and confusing exits, or relying on expensive taxis. In a country with such a rich…

For those already living in Japan, as well as those planning to move to the Land of the Rising Sun, finding a comfortable, affordable and conveniently located place to live can be difficult. Language barriers and cultural differences can often make the task arduous and frustrating. Fortunately, Daito Kentaku Leasing Co.’s e-heya.net service is ready…

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Whether in Tokyo temporarily or for a more long-term stint, ensuring that your children receive the education they need to be competitive globally is extremely important. Here, J Select presents some of the leading international schools in the greater Tokyo area that can help prepare your children for further education in Europe, North America or…

Preparing young children for their academic futures is a critical element of their entry into the world of academia and the challenges that lie ahead. Below, J Select offers some of the finest early childhood education facilities in Tokyo that can offer children a fun and inclusive introduction to learning that will serve them throughout their…

If you are living in Japan or are planning to visit soon and if you are not a fluent Japanese speaker, you might be unsure of how to sign up for ever-important mobile services. Even if you are proficient in Japanese, the vocabulary you find in contracts, application forms and such, is quite specific and…