Last updated: November 2025 Japanese Food (和食) Sushi(寿司) Conveyer Belt Sushi (回転寿司 Kaiten Zushi) Prior to COVID, sushi travels around the restaurant on a conveyor belt. However after COVID, this stopped as several health incidents and concerns were raised. You would usually order from a tablet and the sushi gets delivered on the conveyor belt […]
Last updated: October 2025 The following resources should assist you in finding an English speaking doctor, dentist or specialist. Hyogo Prefectural Medical Facilities Information System The Prefectural Medical Facilities Information System provides an extensive list of hospitals, clinics, pharmacies, drug stores, and midwifery centers in Hyogo with staff that speak foreign languages. The medical facilities […]
Last updated: September 2025 In times of serious stress it can be good to contact a professional counsellor or the peer support line. Sometimes isolation, physical or linguistic, can make simple problems very stressful, and sometimes very disheartening. Rather than letting problems get on top of you, have a look at these options and find […]
In autumn, your school/BOE should give you a form with the title “JET Programme Re-contracting Procedures.” This is the form that you use to indicate if you want to recontract, apply for a transfer, or apply for a type-change. If you want to apply for a transfer and you haven’t received this form, talk to […]
Whether you need to extend your period of stay or change your status of residence, at some point you will probably need to head over to one of the joint government buildings (合同庁舎) in Hyogo. You have two places to choose from: Kobe and Himeji. In addition, if you live up in the Tajima region, […]
Last updated: September 2025 For those who are interested in volunteering whilst on the JET Program, here are some opportunities for you! The organisations or initiatives currently listed are friendly for English speaking people, so don’t be afraid to participate! If you would like to feature a particular volunteer initiative in Hyogo/Kansai – please comment […]
It’s still a bit cold but without a doubt one can say that spring is approaching! Perhaps you have also seen some plum blossom flowers blooming in your neighborhood too! Cherry blossoms bloom after plum blossoms and this year it is expected that cherry blossoms will be in peak , in Hyogo, from the week […]
One of the most stressful aspects about finishing your time on the JET Programme is finding a job whether it be in Japan, back in your home country or another country altogether. To read my latest post on post JET job hunting advice, please visit this post! This post will be focusing on finding a […]
While Japan is often touted as being a “safe country” it is important to acknowledge that many serious crimes still occur here . This particular post will contain resources in addressing how to report assault, specifically sexual assault. It is recommended that you read National AJET’s post on Sexual Harassment to familiarize yourself with your rights and situation in Japan. […]
Winter is here and snow season is slowly approaching us! Here are some places where you can ski/snowboard in Hyogo. Main Sources : Japan Snow Guide (English), Jalan 1.Sky Valley (Mikata) A skiing and snowboarding place with a variety of courses including a 3,200 meter long course, a half pipe and a special area/facility for […]