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In this Expat InterviewLena, an expat who is living in Tokyo, shares about her life in Tokyo from the cost of living in Tokyo, moving to Tokyo, being foreigners in Japan, and more! This article is I Live in Tokyo only useful for people who are interested in Japan and living in Japan in general but also an excellent read for those who plan to visit Japan. Tokyo is located on the main island Honshu and has more than 13 million people living in the greater Tokyo area. It is the center of business, the seat of government, and the Emperor of Japan. In Tokyo, you I Live in Tokyo find everything your heart desires. I studied Japanese at university and wanted to use Japanese for my first job, so I was thrilled and excited when I found a job at a Japanese company in Germany. The best part was that I would be sent to Japan right away for one year to undergo training at the headquarters. That was in March Like most prominent companies, the headquarter of my IT consulting company was in Tokyo, so I Live in Tokyo is where I have been living since. I also had the support of my company, which prepared my apartment and visa, I Live in Tokyo it was all effortless for me to make a move from Germany to Japan. I only had to pack my bags and hop on a flight. Upon arrival in Tokyo, I got the key to a fully furnished apartment. I started working there the next day. Accommodation is the most expensive part of life in Tokyo. I live in a 40 square meter apartment together with my boyfriend, and we pay The apartment is conveniently located in the city center 1-minute walk from the closest station. This is what makes it so expensive. But even if you want to live in a 20 square meter one-room apartment with a walking distance of about 10 minutes to the station, you I Live in Tokyo pay roughly Food can be cheap or expensive, depending on your preferences. If you want to cook yourself and love cooking with a lot of fresh vegetables, then it can be quite expensive. If you are okay with eating convenience store Bento Japanese home-packed mealthen a meal will cost you roughly Yen. There are also many Japanese fast-food restaurants or small shops selling set meals at around to Yen. Transportation to and from the company is covered in full by the company. It is a big plus. It is very convenient and also not too expensive. The price depends on the distance, but you roughly pay Yen wherever you want to go within Tokyo. Taxes are way cheaper than in Europe. As I mentioned above, this was not the first time that I moved to Japan. I had been living in Japan before as a student when I was 20 years old. I attended the Kansai Gaidai University in I Live in Tokyo for ten months. Of course, some paperwork is needed to be done, such as registration at the city office. However, it is not a huge challenge, even without being able to speak Japanese. It probably has to do with the expectations that one has before coming to live in a new country. I had visited Japan before for a short period, living with a host family. I also heard a lot of stories from other people who had studied in Japan before me. No matter how long you live in Japan, you will never be Japanese. Japanese people will never see you like Japanese. It is something a foreigner should know and understand before coming to Japan to avoid disappointment. It means the Japanese treat you differently. They will comment on how good your Japanese is, or your skills with chopsticks and other such superficial comments. It can get annoying after a while, but you should better get used to it fast, say thank you and smile. Sometimes when I Live in Tokyo am out with my Japanese boyfriend, people will talk to him even when I ask a question in Japanese. They will answer him. I find this weird and sometimes a little offensive, but it is not something I get worked up about. The same goes for people answering me in English even though I am talking to them I Live in Tokyo Japanese. Not only Japanese food is delicious, but you will be able to find food from all over the world here, which will help with occasional homesickness and food cravings. As far as amusement goes, Tokyo has something to offer for everyone. There are Karaoke and bars, world-class cinemas, and game center where you can play darts or practice your bowling skills. Then, of course, there are amusement parks and other attractions in Tokyo like the Tokyo Tower, Sky Tree, and of course, all the famous tourist areas that are worth exploring. If you like shopping, you can do that in the many shopping centers, department stores, and brand shops everywhere around Tokyo. It is a large city with something for every taste. The commute can be stressful in itself because the trains are packed with people, especially in the morning before 9 a. Not only the trains are crowded but also many areas around Tokyo that you I Live in Tokyo be interested in visiting during the weekends are always busy with tourists and locals alike. I would visit Shibuya to see the scramble crossing at night. The best place to see it is at Shibuya Starbucks across the street from the station. Some people prefer wandering Yoyogi Park and Harajuku areas. Otherwise, you can go window-shopping in Omotesando, where all the world- famous brands have their shops. A visit to Asakusa with its souvenir I Live in Tokyo leading to the Sensoji Temple is an excellent idea for I Live in Tokyo time in Tokyo too! I made friends with some of my colleagues, which was quite easy, and I imagine depending on where you work, and how open you are, it should be possible for anyone to do that. If you are looking to meet foreigners or Japanese interested in meeting foreigners, you could also take advantage of Couchsurfing events that are held once a week. I mostly spend time with my Japanese boyfriend, Taka, whom I met at work. I I Live in Tokyo some Japanese colleagues for Karaoke on some weekends and other friends for some I Live in Tokyo. I love going to Karaoke with my friends. Other than that, I love to meet my friends at different places to see different things each I Live in Tokyo. There is not one place as Tokyo has so many exciting places. For the first year around Christmas, my boyfriend and I went to visit the Tokyo Dome illumination, which is one of the nicer ones around Tokyo there are many nice ones. We walked around and also took a ride on the Ferris wheel to have a spectacular view I Live in Tokyo the city at night time. It was super romantic and also beautiful to see the city in this different way. It makes one realize how small we all are and how big the city is. It stretches out in all directions without end in sight. I always knew it was a hectic and crowded city. But I think I have changed with the city. I got used to the crowds, although I still avoid them as much as I can. The biggest challenge of living in Japan is gaining a work visa. When you manage to get one through a company, you are good to go. I imagine it is very hard living in Tokyo without being able to speak the language to a certain degree, so I would recommend to learn Japanese in advance or to attend a language school while you are in Tokyo.