When the power is off for your home only Check the circuit breakers on the distribution board in your home first. You may be able to restore power by operating the breakers. If any of the circuit breakers is turned off, turn all of them on after unplugging all electric appliances in use in your home. If you are not able to restore power even after switching the circuit breakers on, please inquire the...
How to Use an Air Conditioner in Japan – Functions, Tips and Repairs Central cooling and heating is limited in Japan, so your best bet to comfortably regulate the temperature in your home is individual cooling and heating units placed in each room of the house. Here are our tips on How to Use an Air Conditioner in Japan – Functions, Tips and Repairs, Looking like something out of a sci-fi, the...
What all dog owners are required to do under the dog keeping laws In Japan, there are several laws/regulations that people must follow to own dogs. If you plan to get a dog in Japan, it is advised you check them beforehand. Here you will find the outline and what you are required to do to keep your dog ID Registration at local government(Kai-Inu no Touroku 飼い犬の登録) Register your dog at the...
The rules for trash disposal differ from place to place in Japan. Municipalities set their own rules for how to categorize burnable garbage, non-burnable waste, plastics, recyclables, and other items. Residents need to be aware of these rules in addition to the collection schedule for each type of item. Types of Trash Burnable refuse This includes anything that can be incinerated: kitchen waste,...