Five Ways to Win Against the Winter Woes
Gunma’s windy winter got you feeling down? Feeling in a rut because your winter days consist of going to work and then immediately retreating home to your kotatsu? It’s time for you to leave the winter slump!
Here are five tips to get yourself up and moving!
Practical Driving Test Guide
So, you want to get your Japanese license… Congratulations! You have just embarked on the most soul-crushing journey of your life. Here’s a very comprehensive and somewhat up-to-date guide (as […]
Gunma Transportation Guide
There’s so many great things to explore in Gunma’s countryside, and so many great ways to do that. Here’s a breakdown of some of the many ways to get around […]
Furikomi (Electronic Funds Transfer) Guide
At first glance, trying to pay your rent or your gas bill seems like a nearly insurmountable task, but once you get the hang of it, paying via bank transfer […]
Driving in Gunma
Beep beep! So you decided to retire that janky 15-year-old mamachari and buy a car, but then you realized there are suddenly a lot of other things to consider. Oops. […]
Getting Your Japanese Driver’s License
Some of the information in this article is a few years old. We’re working on updating it. [Initial D theme intensifies] Picture this: you’re a new ALT fresh out of […]
Medical Guide: Recommended Clinics in and around Gunma
We at GAJET are making a list of all the doctors, dentists, and eye clinics that you, our community, have recommended to us over the years. We are working towards […]
Finding your nearest designated evacuation site (避難場所 hinan basho)
Though Gunma is generally safe from large-scale natural disasters, it’s wise to be prepared. Know your closest shelter at home and work, as your workplace may even be a designated shelter. This guide offers English instructions for using a Japanese map of designated shelters. Learn how to find shelters for various disasters and keep this essential info handy.
Stage Too Horrible
Feeling a little off lately? It might be more than just the flu. Culture shock can be a traumatic experience for many people and unfortunately, it’s often ignored. Keep reading to learn more about how to overcome this second stage blues and enjoy your life in Japan again.