One Coin English Eikawa Schools Locations

One Coin English is a conversational English language school (also known as eikawa school 英会話) located in Tokyo and Yokohama areas! We have 9 schools in Tokyo, 1 in Yokohama, and an Online school! We have teachers from 50 different nationalities, both from non-English speaking countries and English-speaking countries!

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English Speaking Dentist Tokyo

By Yocia Oke | April 12, 2024

Welcome to our guide on finding the best English-speaking dentists in Tokyo! Whether you’re an expat, a traveler, or a local looking for dental care in English, we hope this article helps you find the perfect dentist! We understand the importance of clear communication when it comes to your health, so we’ve compiled a list…

Furniture Hunting in Tokyo

By Yocia Oke | March 18, 2024

In Japan, hunting or buying furniture can be a fulfilling quest with challenges. They must find pieces that not only match their style but also fit into Japan’s typically small living spaces. Selecting the right size and style, buying within budget, and knowing the online shopping or the secondhand options are key to making your…

Best Moving Companies in Japan: Foreigner-Friendly

By Yocia Oke | January 17, 2024

Are you planning a move within Japan to another area or city? Whether you’re relocating to a new prefecture or simply moving across town, navigating the moving process in Japan requires careful planning and attention to detail. In this guide, we’ll talk about the moving companies you have here, the ones that are English-friendly/foreigner-friendly at that!…

Garbage Disposal in Japan – A Complete Guide!

By Yocia Oke | January 12, 2024

Ever wondered how Japan keeps its streets so impeccably clean? That is thanks to the discipline of the people in following the rules. Effective waste/garbage sorting is not only an eco-conscious effort but an actual legal requirement in Japan. You have to sort out the waste into different categories, from burnable, non-burnable, and recyclable, and…

Finding Apartments for Rent in Tokyo – Apartment Hunting Guide

By Yocia Oke | January 10, 2024

Do you have any plans to move out to a new home and find apartments for rent in Tokyo or other areas? If you do, but are not sure where to start, what to do, or how to make the process smooth and efficient, you come to the right place! Since most of the teachers…

Japan Driving License Test ー How to Get a Driving License in Japan

By Beatriz Okumura | December 19, 2023

In Japan, the driving license test can be taken by both Japanese and foreigners with a resident status. A lot of people that come to Japan to settle, or just want to be able to drive their own car while in Japan, don’t know how to get a Japanese Driver’s license. There are two ways.…

Credit Card in Japan for Foreigners: How to choose and apply

By Beatriz Okumura | December 18, 2023

If you have gone past getting a phone number and a bank account, then it’s time to get a credit card! We’ll help you choose the best credit card in Japan for foreigners and apply for one. Having a credit card in Japan helps with, especially, online shopping. If you’re also thinking of moving to…

How to Go to the Doctor in Japan

By Beatriz Okumura | December 12, 2023

Every foreigner in Japan has struggled or even avoided going to the doctor because of the language barrier or of not understanding the system. Thinking of that, we want to help you navigate through the National Health Insurance in Japan and going to the Doctor. First things first. Japan has universal healthcare, meaning everyone residing…

Types of Employment Contracts in Japan

By Beatriz Okumura | December 6, 2023

You might not know this but, there are big differences in working conditions between employment contracts in Japan. Some of them guarantee employee rights and benefits while others don’t even have an employee-employer link. Having a job in Japan is already complicated by itself, but trying to understand the bureaucracy behind it is even more…

What Can I Do in a Konbini? – Services offered by Japanese convenience stores

By Beatriz Okumura | December 5, 2023

The Japanese konbini are known worldwide for their convenience and number across Japan. For tourists, they’re known for the cheap food and drinks but for residents, they mean much more. Almost every day, even though I shouldn’t, I go by a konbini at least once. Not only to buy something to eat or drink…