There are so many paper forms to fill out at the ward, city, and national government levels for similar programs, and some may require a seal (Hanko), while others may not.

Outdated working culture Need to come to office 30 mins before start time for cleaning the office, doing physical exercises and shouting out the slogan of the company, but without getting overtime paid.

Weather. It’s damn hot during summer and summers last for ages now at least from May to October. Pollen aka Kafun during March April that causes havoc with eyes nose and throat. Honestly a major annoyance to cause me to leave.

You can find a house without a reikin. Security deposit is normal just in case there is a damages you don’t need to pay once you leave the house.