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Schizophrenia support exists in Japan, but state is wary of stepping in

How-tos | LIFELINES Apr 16, 2017

Schizophrenia support exists in Japan, but state is wary of stepping in

by Louise George Kittaka

A reader asks, "Is there some system in Japan for the police, ambulance or hospital to take an unwilling schizophrenic patient to hospital?"

For long-distance lovers, apps that make the heart grow fonder

How-tos | LIFELINES Mar 29, 2017

For long-distance lovers, apps that make the heart grow fonder

by Samantha Cubbison

Thanks to technology, your loved one can always be with you, in your pocket — or under your thumb.

How-tos | LIFELINES Mar 19, 2017

Hiring a lawyer in Japan, and what to do if it all goes wrong

by Natsumi Fujii

A Lifelines reader writes in about the negative experience he had with a lawyer in Japan.

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What's a visitor with a food allergy to do in Japan?

How-tos | LIFELINES Mar 5, 2017

What's a visitor with a food allergy to do in Japan?

by Louise George Kittaka

A selection of foreign nationals coping with food allergies in Japan offer tips for visitors to Japan facing the same challenges.

'Otaku' gather to celebrate the obsessive at Nerd Nite Tokyo

How-tos | LIFELINES Feb 8, 2017

'Otaku' gather to celebrate the obsessive at Nerd Nite Tokyo

by Shannon Schubert

At Nerd Nite Tokyo, self-confessed nerds from all walks of life gather once a month to loosen their anoraks, sup a beverage or two and feed on the niche knowledge of three quietly obsessive speakers.

No free ride for foreign drivers with disabilities on Japan's expressways

How-tos | LIFELINES Feb 5, 2017

No free ride for foreign drivers with disabilities on Japan's expressways

by Louise George Kittaka

British tourist N.W. contacted Lifelines about benefits for disabled drivers in Japan.

When recording in public places in Japan, privacy and portrait rights come into play

How-tos | LIFELINES Jan 22, 2017

When recording in public places in Japan, privacy and portrait rights come into play

by Takashi Ito

A reader asks about legal concerns he has regarding conducting academic research at pedestrian crossings.

Everything you hope you never have to know about divorce, separation and visa status in Japan

How-tos | LIFELINES Dec 18, 2016

Everything you hope you never have to know about divorce, separation and visa status in Japan

by Kosuke Oie

Lifelines addresses questions received about what is unfortunately a common concern among readers: divorce.

Japan's taxman sticks his OAR in, looking for leviable expat assets held abroad

How-tos | LIFELINES Dec 7, 2016

Japan's taxman sticks his OAR in, looking for leviable expat assets held abroad

by Louise George Kittaka

Experts answer readers' queries about the overseas assets reporting law aimed at taxing wealth held outside Japan.

How-tos | LIFELINES Dec 4, 2016

Riding while foreign on JR Kyushu can be a costly business

by Louise George Kittaka

A problem regarding buying JR train tickets in Kyushu and a reminder to travelers to get the correct travel documents before booking their flights to Canada.

When it comes to qualifying for paid leave in Japan, continuous employment matters most

How-tos | LIFELINES Nov 20, 2016

When it comes to qualifying for paid leave in Japan, continuous employment matters most

by Toshiteru Shibaike

A reader writes to Lifelines with yet another question about a perennial topic of concern, paid leave.

A guide to following U.S. Election Day for viewers in Japan

How-tos | LIFELINES Nov 4, 2016

A guide to following U.S. Election Day for viewers in Japan

by Manon Billing

Within days we should know the identity of the 45th president of the United States. Here is our guide to watching the election unfold from Japan.

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