Helpful Websites
The majority of sites listed here are in English or have an English page. If a Japanese-only page is listed it's because it has information or links that may be difficult to find easily on English-language sites. Other sites listed may seem dated, but they still offer important information. For most sites a brief summary is provided so you can quickly determine if it has value for you.
There is some cross-referencing so you may encounter repeated links. As of this writing, all sites are active; if you discover otherwise, please contact me. Note: FIT is not responsible for the content or links of any of the sites listed here, so proceed at your own risk.
Acronyms which may be referenced on these sites include: ELT: English Language Teacher; ESL: English as a Second Language; JLPT: Japanese Language Proficiency Test.
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Accommodations
Whether short/long term, guesthouses, roommates or other situations, these sites will set you up.
AOI
Rentals. English page indicates to contact by phone/email first. You must browse the properties in Japanese.Applehouse
Guesthouse information; questionable English.Butterflycorp
Links to rental properties for foreigners.Chronicsite
One Westerner's house-hunting experiences.Fontana
English information about short-term guesthouse stays.Gaijinpot
Detailed information about what to expect regarding specific types of accommodation.Guest House
Affordable monthly rooms, with free Internet circuit.International Guarantor Service
An international guarantor service. Looks very encouraging.Jafnet
No guarantor-required monthly apartments.Japanese Guest Houses
Information about staying at a ryokan (traditional Japanese inn).Living in Japan
Links to finding apartments and to information related to living in/moving to Japan.Metropolis
Finding the perfect pad in Tokyo.News on Japan
Extensive list of accommodations and apartments in Tokyo and other locations in Japan.Sakura-House
Claims no key money, agency money or guarantor required.Tokyo Apartment
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Business Cards
As mentioned often throughout FIT, one must-have item to be successful as a freelancer in Tokyo is a business card (meishi). Get one with a picture of your smiling face, your essential information, and the katakana spelling of your name, and you'll be ahead of the game. Listed here are places I have personally used to make my meishi.
Mojoprint
English is spoken. Fast and affordable, to my way of thinking. Located in Osaka; all business done over the Internet or by phone. Business cards are sent to your home or office.Daikolo
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Celebrants
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Clinics/Hospitals (including Dentists)
The list provided here, as with other Helpful Websites, will be updated as often as possible. If any FIT followers have recommendations, please forward them to me.
Regarding clinics that cater to the foreign community, keep in mind they do not always accept Japanese health insurance (kokumin kenko hoken). What that means is they can charge whatever they want to for an office visit. I have visited several of these clinics and been very happy with the services I have received; however, I am now fully using Japanese health insurance, and there are any number of clinics with English-speaking doctors that also accept Japanese health insurance. So, hopefully you will find choices here, regardless of what insurance plan you use.
AMDA International Medical Information Center
Telephone consulting services.Akai Clinlic
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and DermatologistFujimi Dental Clinic
English-speaking dentist in Ginza location. Japanese health insurance accepted for some procedures.General hospitals with English-speaking staff available
Medical resources in Tokyo and surrounding areas (provided by the US Embassy).International Clinic
Serving the International Community since 1953. Japanese Health Insurance (Employee’s Health Insurance, National Health Insurance) not accepted.International Medical Center of Japan (Toyama Hospital)
They accept Japanese Health Insurance. The site is quite thorough and all in English, although I cannot see anywhere where it says English-speaking doctors available.Japan Reference
Lists hospitals in Tokyo where English is spoken.Jingumae Ear, Nose and Throat Clinic
Without doubt as a freelancer doing teaching, narrating and/or singing jobs, throat problems will crop up. This small clinic has been a life-saver for me and other Western freelancers I know, and, as of this writing, the main doctor speaks English.Manomedica
Quoted from their site: "Manomedica's qualified English-speaking chiropractors have been providing years of chiropractic care to the expatriate and local community in Tokyo, Kanagawa, Saitama, Chiba, and surrounding areas."National Medical Clinic
English-speaking doctors available. NMC serves the expat community; convenient if you are in Hiroo. Japanese Health Insurance not accepted.Plastic Surgery in Tokyo
US Board Certified Surgeons available.Reiko Dental Clinic
English-speaking dentist.Tokyo British Clinic
Continuity of care for the expatriate community. Native English-speaking doctor available. Japanese health insurance not accepted.Tokyo Clinic Dental Office
From the website: "Four English-speaking dentists provide a wide range of dental services, including fillings, crowns, root canal treatment and children's dentistry. All treatment is done based on American methods. Three of the dentists are licensed to practice in the United States as well as Japan."Tokyo Hospitals/Health Information
Helpful list of hospitals/clinics, some of which are covered here on the FIT site, with additional phone numbers and other information from the moveandstayjapan site.Tokyo Medical and Surgical Clinic
From the website: "The Tokyo Medical and Surgical Clinic was established in 1951 in close cooperation with some embassies as a private general and surgical practice for the International Community in Tokyo." They do not accept Japanese Health Insurance.Tokyo Midtown Clinic
If you are near the Roppongi area and are seeking a clean, modern facility where a fair number of the staff can help you in English, Tokyo Midtown Clinic, consider Tokyo Midtown Clinic. There is also a pharmacy on the same floor and several of the pharmacists also speak English. Japanese National Health Insurance accepted. You must bring the insurance card with you every time, so be prepared.Tokyo Skin Clinic
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Coffee Shops
Starbucks and imitation Starbucks can be found on almost every major street in Tokyo, but listed here are Denny's and Anna Millers, where, as of this writing, you can get free refills. Once you learn how much a cup of coffee is in Tokyo, you'llunderstand why I listed these two establishments. Note: Both sites are in Japanese.
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Computers
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Concerts and Events
InterFM
Tokyo's "No. 1" music station with bilingual DJs,Western music and interviews with music stars appearing in Tokyo.Metropolis
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Department Stores
Muji
Information about MUJI,the "no-brand" store. Note: MUJI is where you can buy those little nylon bags to carry your daily supplies without using another plastic bag from the convenience store, etc.Sunnypages
Links to department stores and more.Tokyu Hands
Homepage for Tokyu Hands, Tokyo's main DIY store. No English on the site, but you can navigate your way to store addresses and business hours. -
Driver's License
Japan Automobile Federation
Information about how to get a Japanese driver's license; also, "Rules of the Road."Japanese Driver's License
Helpful information in English on how to convert a U.S. driver's license to a Japanese driver's license and/or how to obtain your Japanese driver's license.Japanese Driver's License-2
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Earthquakes
Japan Guide
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Electronics/Appliances
Akihabara
Akihabara's official English-language website. (Akihabara is the "Electric Town" of Tokyo.)Bic Camera
A "floor guide" in English of some Bic Camera shops. Main site is in English.Picture Tokyo
Information about Akihabara, plus a map of the area. Also tons of information about other areas in Tokyo, broken down by city and/or (tourist) attraction. -
Embassies
US Embassy in Tokyo
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Emergencies
Asia Rooms
General information with a few listings for hospitals with English-speaking doctors. Focuses more on tourists.Emergency Numbers
A real estate agency has thoughtfully gathered this list of all the numbers, emergency or otherwise, that English-speakers will need in case something goes wrong.Japan Helpline
24/7 nationwide emergency assistance in Japan.Tokyo English Life Line
Tokyo English Life Line (TELL). Helpful numbers and phrases.Tokyo Fire Department
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Employment Opportunities
As most sites listing jobs in Tokyo try to cover all positions (English teaching, writing, IT, entertainers, etc.), the list provided here is alphabetical and not subdivided by category.
AIT
Interpretation Services in Tokyo. Also offers employment for interpreters, translators, writers and teachers.Atom
Register, upload resume, get access to a number of local jobs, all divided by category.Best Sensei
Registration site for English teachers.Bloomberg
Global company with positions available in broadcasting, print, radio, etc. (Select "Careers," then "Find a Job.")Butterfly
Links to similar sites listed here and others.Daijob
"For those who want to live and work in Japan."ELT News
"The Website for English teachers in Japan." Includes a link to current jobs.Enjoy-Lesson
A teacher-student matching site.Escape Artist
A healthy sampling of job and resource sites on working and living in Japan.Find a Teacher
Registration site for English teachers.Gaijin Pot
"Live. Work. Play. In Japan." Great site with tons of information and forums on jobs, apartments and more.Gaijin Pot-IT Jobs
Great information about what you need to know to find work as an IT professional in Japan.ICPA
Assists multinational companies in recruiting professionals for jobs in Japan.JGuide
Links to English conversation schools in Japan.Japan Inc
Magazine about business and technology.Japan Zone
General information about living in Japan and links to jobsites.Job Monkey
Great site with valuable advice, insights, especially about teaching English in Japan.Jobs in Japan
The site name says it all.Mariner Blue
Links to many of the jobs described in FIT.Myngle
An online language education site. Register as a teacher and/or find someone to teach you another language.Nambu Foreign Workers Caucus
An organization that promotes the welfare of foreign and Japanese workers.NHK Bunka Center
Japanese site for the NHK Bunka Center. Many of these "Centers" offer English-language classes. If you can't navigate this site on your own, have a Japanese friend help you and contact the center nearest you. Tell them you would like to offer your services as an English teacher and/or as a teacher of some specialty (to be taught in English).Ohayosensei
"The Newsletter of (Teaching Jobs) in Japan." Refers to itself as "the world's oldest, largest and most comprehensive jobs-in-Japan magazine."Seek Japan
Has a variety of teaching and IT jobs. Also can be found on Facebook by searching for Japan Jobs Buzz.Shimizu Patent Office
If you have knowledge of biotechnology, biology or medical science (at a JPLT 2 level), there might be opportunities for you here.Teaching English in Japan
The title of this website says it all.Teaching in Japan
Information and links about teaching in Japan.Tokyo Connections
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Exchange Rates
Forecasts
Forecasts the Japanese yen to U.S. dollar exchange rate over the next six to 18 months.Teaching English in Japan
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Finances
Citibank
Citibank has English speakers and services for the foreign community.Finances
Links to banks, financial advisors, information about banking in Japan and more.Magellan
Financial advice for those living in the Far East.U.S. Income Tax
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Fitness
Fitness Clubs
Short list of fitness clubs in Tokyo.Tipness
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Food
Casa Della Roccia
Some of the finest Italian food I have ever had. This is an online shop, but English is available.FBC
Online shopping in Japan. Imported food, US grocers, Costco items, educational material & more.Matsu-kaze
Great site with the words you need to be able to eat in Japan. From the search box choose "Food & Drink." You'll get the kanji, English and hiragana versions of the words.National Azabu
Review of National Azabu (a supermarket that caters to ex-pats).Nissin
Review of Nissin, a supermarket which carries imported items.Tanutech
A comparison of grocery prices for food in Osaka and the U.S. Everything is more expensive. (Not up-to-date; regardless, everything is more expensive in Japan.) -
Garbage
Burnable/Non-burnable
This site has clear information about what is considered burnable and non-burnable. The collection dates are not applicable to every area.Garbage collection
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Gay/Lesbian
FIT does not promote pornographic sites. As most sites connected to the gay community offer links to pornography, what is listed here is limited. You can find other sites by googling "gay/lesbian Japan" or "gay/lesbian Tokyo."
Gay and Lesbian links
A list of sites which may be of assistance to the gay/lesbian foreigner in Japan.Gay Japan News
Limited English information.Japan 101
Brief introduction to Japan's "gay" scene.Japan Visitor
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General
Arudou Debito
The site of David Aldwinckle, now Arudou Debito (an American who became a naturalized Japanese), with his unique takes on Japan.Big Daikon
Site for JET members (Japan Exchange & Teaching program).Big Empire
Interesting tales about Tokyo taxis.Children's Rights Network
Links to Japanese law and your rights in Japan.Dento Kogeihin
Information on traditional Japanese craftsJapan 101
Basic information about Japan, Japanese products, commercials, etc.Japan Guide
Travel, living, Japan A-Z and more.Japanese Names
Gives the kanji and kana for some given Japanese names, plus the meanings.Japan Reference
Ambitious one-stop reference site.Japan Today
Forums on all topics. Find friends, etc.Japan Zone
Information about Japan, travel and culture.Kimi
An all-in-one site with information about accommodation, jobs, private students, and more.Manga Terms
English explanation of terms used in manga.Mike Rogers
Interesting articles about life in Japan and other topics.Nippon and Nihon
Both can be used to say "Japan" in Japanese. This clarifies the difference.Quirky Japan
Quirky Japan offers you views of a "non-conformist" Japan. Amusing.SWET
Of interest to writers, editors and translators.The Japan FAQ
Related to celebrations in Japan. Other Japan-related links at the bottom.Tokyo Life Navigator
Links on "navigating" your life in Tokyo. Also provides helpful phrases for a variety of situations.Tokyo Tales
Clever blog that looks like it is no longer maintained, but has links to interesting sites.Terrie.com
An "insider's comments on Japan's high-tech business world."Travel in Japan
Interesting and helpful information about traveling in Japan.Visa Information
Helpful for those who are "graduating" from a "student visa" to a "working visa." Includes information about housing and taxes, as well. -
Gifts
The Tatami Room
"We bring Japanese items to your doorstep." -
Health Insurance
Global Health
Special plans for expats/teachers living in Japan.Japanese National Health Insurance
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History
WordIQ
A brief history of Japan, including links to Japan's geography, politics, climate, and ongoing territorial disputes. -
Honorifics
Wikipedia/Honorifics
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Host/Hostess
Every effort has been made not to provide sites that link to pornography, but as the definition of "hosts" and "hostesses" sometimes seem to merge into "other" professions, this list is limited.
Host Clubs-1
Host club article.Host Clubs-2
In Japanese. If you are (Japanese) and want to be a host, dōzo!Host Clubs-3
Great article about "hosts" and "host clubs."Hostess Clubs-1
A Western girl works as a hostess—and tells it like it is.Hostess Clubs-2
Great article on foreign hostesses by journalist/author Karl Taro Greenfeld.Memoirs of a Geisha Guy
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Immigration/Visas
Visa/Immigration-1
Lots of helpful information about different kinds of visas, guarantors, embassies and immigration offices.Visa/Immigration-2
Helpful visa information with links from Gaijinpot, a one-stop site with tons of helpful information for those who want to live/work in Japan.Visa/Immigration-3
Basic information about all types of visas necessary to work/study in Japan from Japan-Guide.Visa/Immigration-4
Basic information about all types of visas necessary to work/study in Japan from Japan Reference.Japan Ministry of Foreign Affairs-1Helpful information about visas.
Japan Ministry of Foreign Affairs-2
Lists categories of visas and information about Certificate of Eligibility.Japan Ministry of Foreign Affairs-3
Includes a "guide to Japanese visas."Japan Ministry of Foreign Affairs-4
This site includes information about working holidays.Nakai Immigration Services
Visa/immigration procedures explained in English.Wada Legal Administrative/Translation Services
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Income Taxes
National Tax Agency
Income Tax Guide for Foreigners prepared by the National Tax Agency. -
Interpretation Services
Saeculii
The No. 1 Japanese interpretation service--with a plus. -
Japanese Holidays
Japanese Public Holidays
It says "2004" but the dates listed are all the Japanese holidays for any given year.Japanese School Year
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Japanese Language Schools
Global Daigaku
Japanese language schools, phone numbers, addresses and descriptions.Japanese Language Schools Guide
Helpful information about Japanese language schools and living in Japan.Japanese Language Schools from Japan Reference
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Japanese Language Study
CosCom
Excellent links to help you learn Japanese online.Easy Japanese
Just what it implies, with flashgards, games and more.ELT News
A list of Japanese words that ELTs will find helpful in the workplace.GlobalTalker
Look under "How to Study Japanese." The PDF file is a quite thorough and it seems a bit intimidating, but it seems that this electronic dictionary with words/phrases/voice samples, etc. might come in very handy.Information Host
Helpful site with tons of information about all aspects of Japanese.Japan Foundation, Los Angeles
Information about the Japanese Language Proficiency Test.Japan Reference-Language
Links to pages or sites which handle specific aspects of the Japanese language.Japanese writing system
Extensive information about the Japanese writing system with helpful examples.Jim Breen's Japanese Page
Jim Breen is responsible for bringing together an extensive list of valuable sites connected not only with the Japanese language, but computing in Japanese, general resources, literature, etc. An excellent site that deserves multiple visits. Also has huge dictionary which allows for J-E and E-J translation of individual phrases and certain phrases.Kanji Drill
Web-based flashcard program for studying kanji.Kanji Site
Excellent site with all the kanji and translations of the kanji that you need to know.KLB School
Type "Japanese" in the search engine to access excellent links.Kanjicards
500 kanji flashcards.Lint
Helpful Japanese phrases, including "phrase of the day," and more.The Japanese Page
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Japanese Toilets
Asahi-net
This animated guide makes things "crystal clear." -
Japlish/Engrish
Engrish
If you need to laugh… -
Legal
Patent and Trademark
I have met many Westerners in Japan who develop/create something they need to protect. This company may be able to help. -
Love Hotels
It is difficult to find current sites or those not linked to pornography. Meanwhile, here are a few that may be helpful.
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Maps
See: "Tokyo Subways and Trains"
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Media
Asahi
English-language daily newspaperJapan Times
English-language daily newspaper. Sometimes has a few good classifieds in its Monday edition.J-Select
Bills itself as "Japan's premiere infozine."Mainichi Daily News
English-language daily newspaper.Metropolis
Excellent weekly packed with information for Westerners living in Tokyo.NHK
Japan's sole public broadcaster. This site contains a fair smattering of links to English-language articles about Japan, as well as links to online Japanese lessons.Seek Japan
Similar to Metropolis. Focuses on Osaka and Nagoya.Tokyo Notice Board
Free weekly, not on the level of Metropolis, but great for a quick read. Full of ads, plus some articles, usually by newbies. -
Metric Converters
World Wide Metric
Simple and fast calculators give you metric numbers for your height, weight and more. -
Midi Songs
Comtracks
For any of you who sing and require backing tracks, this site ought to help. -
Mobile Services
Gmap
For mobile maps. In Japanese, but English maps available.Jorudan
Brilliant English site where you can access routes, traveling times and fares. This link is supposed to help you access its mobile version. (Also see Tokyo Subways and Trains.)Tango Town
According to the site: "TangoTown turns your mobile phone into a complete communication, reference and learning tool. TangoTown has the highest quality J<>E dictionaries and phrasebooks available online." -
Narita Airport
Narita Airport handles the majority of Japan's international air traffic.
Limousine Bus
English site for the Airport Limousine Bus service to Narita.Narita Airport
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Obatarian(s)
As mentioned in FIT, an obatarian is a middle-aged Japanese woman unafraid of anything or anyone. The word is based on the combination of oba-san (aunt or middle-aged lady) and batarian, or "battalion," the Japanese title for the movie Night of the Living Dead. Following are a few sites to "enlighten" you.
The Invasion
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Office Supplies
Office Depot
Unfortunately not in English, but you can still click around and find out products/prices. -
Postal Services
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Proofreader Marks
Espresso Graphics
Proofreaders' marks and more.Merriam-Webster
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Recycling
Clueless policy
Interesting article on Tokyo's Governor Ishihara and his "fact-finding mission."Pink Tentacle
cell-phone recycling.Tokyo Metropolitan Government
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Reference
Merriam-Webster
Merriam-Webster online dictionary with sound files to verify pronunciation.One Look
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Restaurants
Eatpia
Restaurant reviews based on "quality over quantity."Gourmet Navigator
Select location, cuisine and price range. Seems to be for all of Japan.Metropolis
This is the weekly infozine mentioned throughout FIT. Think of it as your first friend in Tokyo. For dining out, check the "Dining and Drinking" menu on the site.Non-smoking restaurants
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Self-sponsorship
There are a few kind people who posted information about their experience obtaining self-sponsorship. I could not find an "official" site, but these links may help:
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Services
This is a general category with links to a variety of services that may be of benefit to you during your FIT adventure.
Mojo Print
English-speaking printing service for business cards, flyers, post cards, etc. I have used them and I was very pleased with their services. -
Smoking Issues
Anti-smoking campaign
Japan Tobacco actually has its own campaign to make people aware of how their smoking affects others.ASH
Taxi driver's lawsuit.Japan Ministry of Health and Welfare-White Paper 1998
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Talent Agencies
Note: Some of the agencies listed below have offered me jobs through the years. However, I do not work for any of them on a regular basis, so proceed at your own risk.
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Teaching English in Japan
See “Employment Opportunities” and “Tips for Teaching English.”
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Telephone Directory
Japan Telephone Directory
Links, information, and more, all in English. -
Temp Agency Jobs
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Time Zone Converter
Time Zone Converter
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Tips for Teaching English
English Forums
Learn English, Study English, Teach EnglishEnglish Grammar-1
English verb tense information.English Grammar Terms in Japanese
Helpful list of English grammar terms with their Japanese equivalents. Thanks to Mr. Nozumu Tsuchiya, (c) 2004-2005.Kinokuniya
List of locations of Kinokuniya bookstores in the Tokyo Metropolitan Area and beyond. The main Kinokuniya bookstores have sections devoted to English-language textbooks.Japan Zone
A good article about teaching English in Japan.Nova English Teacher
Interesting comments from a former Nova English teacher. Nova is the name of an English-language school in Japan that went bankrupt.Teaching in Japan
One man's story of how he became successful teaching English in Japan, and a plug for his book which will tell you how to do the same.Team Teaching
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Tokyo Subways and Trains
(Also see Transportation.)
Japan Reference
Maps, information and more.Jorudan
Brilliant English site where you can access routes, traveling times and fares.JR-East
East Japan Railway Company. Tickets, fares, maps, etc.Toei Transportation Information
Helpful information about the TOEI subway line, passes, tickets, buses, etc.Tokyo Metro
Ticket fares, how to use the subway and much more.Tokyo Metro-Map
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Translation
Babelfish
Allows you to enter a string of text and translate into another language.Japanese Translation
"Trusted Japanese Translation Services."Jim Breen
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Transportation
Airport Limousine Bus
I have personally found the Airport Limousine Bus to be the easiest way to get back to Tokyo from Narita Airport. This site covers fares, timetables and more. Very helpful.Japan Guide
Transportation in and around Tokyo.Shinkansen
Information from Japan Rail (JR) about the shinkansen (lit. "new trunk line" but known in English as the "bullet train").Wikipedia
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Travel
Across
Discount travel agency.Airnet
Discount travel agency.Air1travel
Discount travel agency.Fun Travel
Says that it is the only travel agency in Roppongi.Girl Posse
Some great and helpful words of wisdom about traveling in Japan.H.I.S.-USA
Discount travel agency. Travelers should be aware that there are two agencies: one for the Japanese, one for everyone else.Japan Reference
Extensive list of links (some included here) to travel services to help you travel globally or within Japan. Languages spoken indicated by flag icon.Discount travel agency.
Priority Pass
Great help for getting a pass into an airport lounge, even when flying economy class.Skyroll
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Useful Information
Tokyo Pocket Guide
Published three times a year. Tourist spots, area listings, services and getting around. A great little companion (free) available at many hotels, shops and restaurants that cater to foreigners. -
Ward Offices (kuyakusho)
Tokyo With Kids
List of Tokyo's 23 ward offices, addresses, phone numbers, and websites, if available. -
Weather
Tokyo weather
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Women
Association of Foreign Wives of Japanese
Friendship, support and more.Being a Broad
Helping foreign women in Japan.Foreign Executive Women in Japan
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Yasukuni Shrine
Metropolis
As this subject is a constant topic of conversation and/or media coverage in Japan, you should become familiar with it, if you aren't already.
