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Sabataro

Sabataro, which opened on February 23 this year, is one of the most highly anticipated new restaurants of the year. As its name suggests, Sabataro specializes in saba (mackerel) di...

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Residency for Tax vs Immigration Purposes

March 15… It's the deadline for filing for income tax adjustment and paying your income tax in Japan. Tax season may be a difficult time for sole business proprietors as they need ...

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Sushi Kappou Asuka

Looking for a spot to enjoy some top-notch sushi and Japanese cuisine? Look no further than Sushi Kappo Asuka, the newest restaurant to grace the Meinohama Station area. Located ju...

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A New Landmark that Carries on the History of Daimyo

Fukuoka is set to get a new landmark this spring with the opening of Fukuoka Daimyo Garden City. Prior to its full opening in April, the central plaza opened to the public on Janua...

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Moving Out of a Rented Apartment – What You Need To Know

Makoto Ayukawa, a guitarist and pioneer of mentai rock (rock music from Hakata in the 70s), passed away on January 29. Someone recommended that I should listen to “借家のブルース” from th...

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Curry Takagiya

Curry Takagiya, a curry specialty restaurant featuring counter seating and an open kitchen concept, officially opened its doors on January 6, 2023. The proprietor, after extensive ...

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Rakusuien: A Tranquil Japanese Garden in the Heart of the City

About a 10-minute walk from Hakata Station you will find Rakusuien, a Japanese garden with a serene atmosphere. This is originally where the Hakata merchant Shimozawa Zenemon Chika...

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Leaving Japan – A Checklist

Happy New Year! It is a new year, and some of you may be preparing for a new beginning. Some of you may be leaving Japan to live in another country for various reasons. I will outl...

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