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Yama No Hi: Celebrating Mountain Day in Tokyo

2019-08-07

A new holiday in Japan (officially observed for the first time in 2016), Mountain Day, or Yama no Hi, is very similar to Greenery Day in May or Marine Day in July. It is a day meant to celebrate and honor the many mountains of Japan, a country which is more than 70 percent covered by them! Though Mountain Day itself falls on 11 August, which is a Sunday, because of Japan's rules on public holidays, it will be observed this year on Monday, 12 August. So, employees and students (though many are on break anyway) get to enjoy a three-day weekend! Just as with Greenery Day or Marine Day, the point...

The Rugby World Cup in Japan: A Primer

2019-08-02

In just under two months, Japan can expect hundreds of thousands of rugby fans to arrive for the 2019 Rugby World Cup. Supporters from England and Australia will make up the bulk of visitors, with the rest coming from the US, France, New Zealand, the Netherlands and more than 150 other countries. While many countries are known rugby-obsessives (see: England, where the sport originated, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand), Japan also has a surprisingly long history with the sport and a robust population of enthusiasts. The first club was established in Yokohama in 1866 and today there are 125,...

New to Tokyo: Tips for Immersing your Family

New in Town: Tips for Exploring Life in Tokyo With Your Family

2019-07-26

Congratulations on your move to Tokyo! This vibrant city offers amazing experiences for families, but navigating a new culture and language can be challenging. Here are some tips to help you settle in and make the most of your new life in Tokyo.

Getting Settled Find Your Community: Connect with other families through online groups, local events, or international schools. Learn the Basics: Pick up some essential Japanese phrases, familiarize yourself with public transportation, and learn about local customs. Embrace the Adventure:...

Tokyo 2020 Olympics: One Year Away

2019-07-24

The Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games were officially kicked off today, with the organizing committee's "1 Year to Go!" ceremony. While a year may seem like a long way's off from the event, many people who will attend (if they're lucky!) or otherwise take part in the general festivities have already started planning. According to the committee, more than three million tickets have already been sold. Tens of millions of Japanese residents are holding their breath for a second lottery and many millions of others worldwide are looking to score a ticket or two on the resale market. It's expected that 600,...

CareFinder Babysitter of the Month: Brittany

2019-07-17

The babysitters in the CareFinder community have many unique backgrounds, talents and insights into what makes a good sitter. Every month, we highlight someone doing an exceptional job. This month we'd like to introduce you to Brittany!

Brittany is originally from California, where she grew up with nine siblings! Her younger brothers and sisters have given her plenty of babysitting experience. and she is also studying art therapy for children.

Brittany is happy to help your kids learn English, do arts and crafts or cook a delicious, healthy meal. We asked Brittany a few...

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