Stifling heat and excessive humidity — Japan’s summer can be relentless, pushing the mercury well beyond 40°C. Each day, the wailing sirens of paramedics can be heard frequently, racing to attend to heat collapse cases. So, how do you keep cool without breaking the bank during a Japanese summer? Here are some handy, affordable tips!
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Navigating Bill Payments in Japan: A Foreigner’s Guide to Managing Utilities
Paying bills is a universal grumble, and honestly, if you say you enjoy it, we’d have a tough time believing you. Now, navigating bill payments in a foreign country? That can be downright daunting. Japan, with its unique quirks, might seem intimidating when it’s time to settle up for life’s essentials.
Embracing “Manner Mode”: The Art of Silence in Public Spaces in Japan
“Manner Mode” in Japan is the functional equivalent to silent mode elsewhere. Whether you’re about to grab a seat at a movie, hop on a train or bus, or settle down for an exam, it’s common to hear reminders requesting patrons to switch their mobiles to “manner mode.” Continue reading
