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Less Costco Traffic Than Expected
Before Costco was built in Yawatashi, locals were worried about traffic problems getting worse than they already are in the area. Weekday traffic has gradually gotten back to about previous levels. Weekends, however, are another matter. Saturday and Sunday are the busiest days of the week for Costco and for the roads leading into the [...]
Big Changes in the Japanese Immigration System in 2012
A city hall official in Kyoto stated that in June or July of this year a major overhaul of the foreigner registry system will take place. Some of the changes that will most likely occur: The current gaijin card will be changed to a new version. Foreigners who have been living in Japan for a [...]