Learn how to apply for Japan government subsidies, including support for housing, childcare, healthcare, job training and ...

GaijinPot Unfiltered is a new collection of long-form editorials exploring Japanese culture and society in depth. Stories aim to debunk those myths about Japan that can generate harmful stereotypes, ...

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Learn how Japan’s pension system works for foreigners, including who must enroll, how to contribute, exemptions and what to expect at retirement.

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Elizabeth is a writer and translator from Canada with a PhD in history. When she’s not running after her little ones, you’ll find her in her garden in Kyushu with a cup of yame-cha and a book. Learn ...