First me in Japan? Planning to go to Japan?

Here are some heads-up facts to aid your journey in living in one of the most advanced countries in the world.

Cost of living

Rent, transportation, allowance, phone bills, and huge taxes might catch you and your wallet o guard. The last thing you want to do is compromise your nances while adjus ng to the economics of a new country. Make sure to s ck to a budget plan that will cover all of your needs rst before spending any money on what you want. Always plan ahead of me and do your research on cheaper routes to a certain des na on you want to visit.

Transporta on

Although Japan’s transporta on system (especially the railway system) is one of the most advanced and systema c transporta on systems in the world, newcomers might s ll nd it very confusing. Always keep a mobile phone with an internet connec on handy, as this will help you navigate numerous “eki” or train sta ons and be updated with mes of departure and arrivals of the trains. Bus routes and their schedules are also a Google search away. Note that the majority of Japanese transporta on employs a cashless mode of payment.

Use of Point Cards and Cashless Systems

Save some of your miscellaneous budgets (or spare change) by using point cards anywhere in Japan. Most shops and groceries have a point card system that can be really helpful if you incorporate this with your digital wallets like Paypay, Rakuten Edy, Line Pay, or JRF Pay. Japan also has a cashless IC transit card that can be used in train sta ons like SUICA and PASMO which can also be used in convenience stores. Japan couldn`t be more convenient than this.

Convenience

24/7 convenience stores that are rife with various food and drinks to choose from, vending machines that dispense possibly quite everything you might need on the go, cashless transac ons that save you the burden of having to bring money all the me, quick parcel deliveries, accessible documents via MyNumber Card, and an excellent transporta on system are only a few of the many luxuries that make your life easier in a fast-paced environment like Japan. For foreigners and Japanese na onals who want to send money to their loved ones abroad, JRF mobile app is a highly recommended tool for money remi ance services that can be accessed any me and anywhere.

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Style and Beauty

Skin Care Essen als during Winter- h ps://asianbeautycorner.com/japanese-skincare- products/best-japanese-skin-care-products-winter

As nights grow colder, our skin gets drier. Winter is back and we de nitely don’t want the cold season to dehydrate our skin. Here are some Japanese skin care products that are proven to help maintain and nourish your skin.

1. Hada Labo Rohto Goku-jun Hyaluronic Milky Lo on 140 ML

Price – 1,976 Yen (Amazon )

A top-notch skincare brand in Japan that hydrates your skin deeply which can leave a natural- looking smooth skin. Recommended for night skin care rou ne to achieve a bright morning glow.

2. NIVEA Creme Body, Face, and Hand Moisturizing Cream 400g

Price – 1,520 Yen (Amazon )

The holy grail of moisturizing creams, this product is great to use during the Winter season with its thick textured cream that can be used for face and body. Its viscosity makes it easier to apply on the skin and the classic fragrance adds to its therapeu c e ect whether used during night or day. This product can last up to 6 months depending on usage since its usage requires an ample amount of cream to sa sfy an even moisture on the skin.

3. TRIPLE HYALURONIC JELLY MASK 4 Sheets

Price – 398 Yen (JRF UMART )

Face masks are abundant in the market these days but this jelly mask is de nitely a steal producing such a great result. You can use this mask twice a week before bed me and achieve skin that looks as if you did a 9-step skincare rou ne.