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Japan has welcomed relatively few digital nomads into the country. But those who do meet stringent visa criteria are given a rare opportunity to embed themselves in Japanese life. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/07/20/our-lives/digital-nomads-japan-life/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #visas #immigration #jobs #foreignworkers #expats #immigrationservicesagency

Japan has welcomed relatively few digital nomads into the country. But those who do meet stringent visa criteria are given a rare opportunity to embed themselves in Japanese life. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/07/20/our-lives/digital-nomads-japan-life/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #visas #immigration #jobs #foreignworkers #expats #immigrationservicesagency

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Foreign couples rarely navigate Japan's convoluted adoption system, but a British family living in Fukuoka is proof it is possible with a little grit and a whole lot of patience. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/06/29/our-lives/british-family-japan-adoption/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #children #immigration #adoption #parenthood

Foreign couples rarely navigate Japan's convoluted adoption system, but a British family living in Fukuoka is proof it is possible with a little grit and a whole lot of patience. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/06/29/our-lives/british-family-japan-adoption/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #children #immigration #adoption #parenthood

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American Hannah Kirshner was attracted to the hot-spring village of Yamanaka for its abundant nature, but she stayed for the deeper community connections. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/06/22/our-lives/hannah-kirshner-yamanaka-mokkei/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #ishikawa #yamanakaonsen #hannahkirshner #rurallife

American Hannah Kirshner was attracted to the hot-spring village of Yamanaka for its abundant nature, but she stayed for the deeper community connections. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/06/22/our-lives/hannah-kirshner-yamanaka-mokkei/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #ishikawa #yamanakaonsen #hannahkirshner #rurallife

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Manish Kumar had served curries and biryani out of his Saitama restaurant for 18 years, until Japan's stricter visa rules upended his livelihood almost overnight. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/06/08/our-lives/indian-restaurateur-business-visa/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #immigration #expats #india #saitama #visas #foreignworkers #immigrationservicesagency

Manish Kumar had served curries and biryani out of his Saitama restaurant for 18 years, until Japan's stricter visa rules upended his livelihood almost overnight. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/06/08/our-lives/indian-restaurateur-business-visa/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #immigration #expats #india #saitama #visas #foreignworkers #immigrationservicesagency

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This 4-year-old dog has loads of energy and would make a great addition to an active household. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/05/21/our-lives/adoption-dogs-tanpopo/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #dogsforadoption

This 4-year-old dog has loads of energy and would make a great addition to an active household. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/05/21/our-lives/adoption-dogs-tanpopo/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #dogsforadoption

This 5-year-old cat with a charming orange-and-white coat has a lot of love to give. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/05/13/our-lives/adoption-cats-minori/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #catsforadoption

This 5-year-old cat with a charming orange-and-white coat has a lot of love to give. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/05/13/our-lives/adoption-cats-minori/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #catsforadoption

This 3-year-old dog has made big strides since arriving at the shelter around a year ago. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/04/27/our-lives/adoption-dogs-gammo/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #dogsforadoption

This 3-year-old dog has made big strides since arriving at the shelter around a year ago. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/04/27/our-lives/adoption-dogs-gammo/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #dogsforadoption

When Italy meets Japan: Translator Simona Stanzani and illustrator Luca Tieri share the cultural and creative journeys that have defined their careers. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/04/27/our-lives/italy-japan-creatives-manga-anime/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #expats #italy #anime #manga #italyjapanrelations #jojo039sbizarreadventure #chainsawman #spyxfamily #akirakurosawa #hisashieguchi

When Italy meets Japan: Translator Simona Stanzani and illustrator Luca Tieri share the cultural and creative journeys that have defined their careers. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/04/27/our-lives/italy-japan-creatives-manga-anime/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #expats #italy #anime #manga #italyjapanrelations #jojo039sbizarreadventure #chainsawman #spyxfamily #akirakurosawa #hisashieguchi

This 5-year-old tuxedo cat prefers peace and quiet over games, but gets chatty from time to time. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/04/21/our-lives/adoption-cats-izanami/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #catsforadoption

This 5-year-old tuxedo cat prefers peace and quiet over games, but gets chatty from time to time. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/04/21/our-lives/adoption-cats-izanami/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #catsforadoption

This 4-year-old is full of energy, affection and passion for the great outdoors. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/04/17/our-lives/adoption-dogs-luca/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #dogsforadoption

This 4-year-old is full of energy, affection and passion for the great outdoors. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/04/17/our-lives/adoption-dogs-luca/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #dogsforadoption

Bridging the gap: A half-Japanese cultural consultant in Niigata Prefecture finds an outlet for her passions both online and on the ground. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/04/03/our-lives/nina-otsubo-cataldo-myoko-consulting/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #hafu #rurallife #niigataprefecture #myoko #localrevitalization

Bridging the gap: A half-Japanese cultural consultant in Niigata Prefecture finds an outlet for her passions both online and on the ground. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/04/03/our-lives/nina-otsubo-cataldo-myoko-consulting/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #hafu #rurallife #niigataprefecture #myoko #localrevitalization

Adopted 13 years ago, this senior cat is smooth and elegant, just like his namesake. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/03/31/our-lives/adoption-cats-coulis/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #catsforadoption

Adopted 13 years ago, this senior cat is smooth and elegant, just like his namesake. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/03/31/our-lives/adoption-cats-coulis/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #catsforadoption

This 13-year-old is a powerhouse that will keep you on your feet with his zest for exploration. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/03/25/our-lives/adoption-dogs-sundae/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #dogsforadoption

This 13-year-old is a powerhouse that will keep you on your feet with his zest for exploration. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/03/25/our-lives/adoption-dogs-sundae/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #dogsforadoption

Named after a Japanese dessert, Zenzai has a medication regimen that should be manageable for someone familiar with cats. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/03/17/our-lives/adoption-cats-zenzai/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #catsforadoption

Named after a Japanese dessert, Zenzai has a medication regimen that should be manageable for someone familiar with cats. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/03/17/our-lives/adoption-cats-zenzai/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #catsforadoption

Ten-year-old Pine has been waiting for a home of her own ever since she was rescued from the Kumamoto authorities in late 2018. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/03/03/our-lives/adoption-dogs-pine/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #dogsforadoption

Ten-year-old Pine has been waiting for a home of her own ever since she was rescued from the Kumamoto authorities in late 2018. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/03/03/our-lives/adoption-dogs-pine/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #dogsforadoption

A spirited Shiba is the latest addition to a dog-loving household. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/02/25/our-lives/pomelo-rehome/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #successfuladoptions

A spirited Shiba is the latest addition to a dog-loving household. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/02/25/our-lives/pomelo-rehome/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #successfuladoptions

After being rescued from a hoarder house, this 5-year-old cat has learned to trust and communicate. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/02/10/our-lives/adoption-cats-cymbal/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #catsforadoption

After being rescued from a hoarder house, this 5-year-old cat has learned to trust and communicate. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/02/10/our-lives/adoption-cats-cymbal/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #catsforadoption

Though he still values his independence, this 5-year-old dog has learned to give and receive affection over the past year. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/02/04/our-lives/adoption-dogs-hokuto/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #dogsforadoption

Though he still values his independence, this 5-year-old dog has learned to give and receive affection over the past year. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/02/04/our-lives/adoption-dogs-hokuto/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #dogsforadoption

A Japanese artist exhibiting at the Mori Art Museum talks about activism, teaching and queer feminist approaches to art. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/01/30/our-lives/mai-endo-multiple-spirits/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #art #japaneseart #contemporaryart #activism #moriartmuseum #lgtbq

A Japanese artist exhibiting at the Mori Art Museum talks about activism, teaching and queer feminist approaches to art. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/01/30/our-lives/mai-endo-multiple-spirits/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #art #japaneseart #contemporaryart #activism #moriartmuseum #lgtbq

After being rescued in poor health, this 10-year-old cat has made a complete turnaround. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/01/28/our-lives/adoption-cats-millie/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #catsforadoption

After being rescued in poor health, this 10-year-old cat has made a complete turnaround. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/01/28/our-lives/adoption-cats-millie/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #catsforadoption

“Laughing at ourselves is a good thing”: Roger Dahl, who has contributed cartoons and comics to The Japan Times since 1991, reflects on his creative journey while looking ahead to his next moves. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2026/01/26/our-lives/cartoonist-roger-dahl-farewell/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #rogerdahl #zerogravity #illustration #cartoons #expats