Writing this, I’m realizing how lucky I was to step out of my comfort zone. If I’d stayed home, I’d probably be a manager by now, maybe married, living the “normal” life. But I always wondered, what if? Could I really do it, or would I just play it safe? Sure, I missed a lot […]
Visitors to Japan usually start with Tokyo, go around the main areas downtown, then go to Kansai, Hokkaido or sometimes Fukuoka — yet Yokohama is right there, and they skip it. I can understand this to some extent, though, since visitors only get a few days or weeks and are trying to maximise their experience. […]
Chapter 1: AOTULE Student Conference in Indonesia As a reward for being one of the top presenters in a student workshop held at Science Tokyo, I was given the chance to attend the Asia-Oceania Top University League on Engineering (AOTULE) Student Conference 2024, alongside nine other students from Science Tokyo. The conference took place at […]
DAILY LIFE SECTION: sharing my experience on daily life 1. Kakaku website（価格.com） Kakaku.com is a very well-known price comparison and shopping information website in Japan, with the main functions of: With Kakaku, a credit card, and your phone number, you can buy most types of goods and services online at a low price (even insurance […]
ARRIVAL SECTION: procedures you need to finish >> This blog can be regarded as the supplement to my blog written in November 2023 [ here ] 1. Credit card (optional, before departure) I highly recommend preparing a credit card that can be used in Japan. Having a credit card will make it easier to shop […]
Why did I choose an internship in Japan? In Science Tokyo, students can choose to do an internship in any country that they want. Some of my friends here have done internships in Germany, the US, Thailand, Indonesia, etc. For me, I chose Japan because I am fascinated by its unique work culture. Having heard […]
In line with its mission of “advancing science and human wellbeing to create value for and with society”, Institute of Science Tokyo (“Science Tokyo”) is fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. Many community members are dedicated to establishing a fair and impartial environment where community members value diverse perspectives and backgrounds, expand the scope of scientific […]
Exploring Christmas markets Despite the lack of a dedicated Christmas break, Tokyo hosts numerous festive markets throughout the month of December. Some are free to enter, while others require an entrance fee. I love to check the information on Tokyo Cheapo as well as photos and reviews on Google Maps before visiting each market. Be […]
You see, I recently moved out of the Umegaoka Dormitory — university housing where I’ve spent the majority of the past two years, ever since I got admitted to what was then Tokyo Institute of Technology. As part of the Global Scientists and Engineers Program (GSEP) program here at Science Tokyo, I was required to […]
1. Personal Experience When I first used Tokyo’s vast railway system, I found the process of transferring between JR lines and subway lines confusing. The lack of seamless integration between the two networks often left me scrambling to figure out where to go next. However, one key discovery made my journey much easier: understanding the […]
