Local Area Guides
Top 5 cities to live in Japan
There are many amazing Japanese cities to choose from, so deciding where to move can be difficult. Wondering where to li
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Local Area Guides
The 10 Safest Cities to Live in Japan
Japan is an amazing place, and with 772 cities in the country, it can be quite a hassle to find where the best place to
Japanese Apartment Life
Living in the Countryside vs the City
Living in the city can be very different than living in the countryside. If you are curious about the differences betwee
Moving Tips
Reasons to Move Out of Your Current Apartment
Moving apartments is quite a hassle but at some point, you decide to move to a new place. Here are the top reasons to mo
Japanese Apartment Life
What is a Danchi? The History of Danchi
Have you ever heard of the term danchi? If so, then you may know that danchi is referring to a specific kind of apartmen
Japanese Apartment Life
Rental Properties from the Perspective of Pet-owners
Recently, the demand for goods and ideas to enhance the way people spend their “home time” has been increasi
Interior Design
Five Principles of Japanese Interior Design
Japan is known across the world for its unique and sophisticated interior design. The traditions of Japanese interior de
Local Area Guides
Soaring Demand for Rental Properties Due to Semiconductor Shortage – Kumamoto Trends
Kumamoto Prefecture, which is rich in “water resources” essential for semiconductor production, is attractin
Local Area Guides
History and Highlights of Osaka
Did you know that 7,000 to 6,000 years ago, almost all of Osaka was an actual ocean? Most of the area, including present
Moving Tips
Giving Proper Notice before Moving Out
Moving Home Checklist While the prospect of moving to better and possibly bigger accommodations is appealing to many, th
Local Area Guides
Traditional Japanese Winter Sweet
There are so many things we can enjoy in the winter months; New Year, Christmas, other winter festivals, snow sports, wi
Japanese Apartment Life
Professional Sports in Hokkaido
Sapporo has hosted numerous international competitions. The 1972 Winter Olympics were the first in Asia, the 2002 Soccer
Local Area Guides
Top Five Winter Illuminations in Japan
Winter illumination is a popular winter activity in Japan. In this article, Village House will give you the top five win
Japanese Apartment Life
How to Make an Old Apartment Feel More Modern
Have you recently moved into an old building? Are you considering moving into Danchi housing? Or maybe looking to change
Local Area Guides
Local Area Guide: Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture
aitama Prefecture is home to Saitama City, an ordinance-designated city, one of only 20 such cities in Japan. Saitama Pr
Japanese Apartment Life
Emergency Food Essentials
In pop culture, Japan may be internationally known for its unique gadgets – think toilets with too many button functions
Japanese Apartment Life
How To Get Government Rental Assistance
Introduction The recent Covid-19 pandemic has seen people fall on hard times, whether it be a loss from a struggling bus
Moving Tips
Things To Get Rid Of To Make Moving Easier
Perhaps the most time-consuming and daunting aspect of moving is knowing what to keep and what to sell, donate, or throw
Japanese Apartment Life
How to Cancel Your Utilities Before Moving Out
When renting an apartment or house in Japan, unless utilities are included in the rent, it is customary for the tenant t
Local Area Guides
Local Area Guide: Attractions of Okayama Kurashiki
Kurashiki is a beautiful city facing the Seto Inland Sea. Kurashiki has developed into a merchant town, a textile indust