Before you move,
you already have someone on your side in Japan.

That's completely normal, and many families feel the same way. In a free 30-minute consultation, just tell me everything on your mind. We'll sort it out together and decide what to do now and what can wait.

Of course. Some families begin preparing about two years ahead. The earlier you start, the lighter the worries.

Absolutely. Helping people start from zero is what I love most. You're welcome to write to me in English.

Yes, we'll prepare together. We'll sort out your needs, such as family size, your dog, budget and distance to school, and I'll share information about the area. I'll also explain what's good to know about renting in Japan, like move-in costs and guarantor companies. For the actual search and contract, I connect you with a trusted real estate agency.

Yes. We'll start by clarifying your wishes and budget, then I'll connect you with trusted professionals: real estate agencies for buying, and builders or architects for renovation.

Yes. We'll first organize your situation and questions together, then I'll connect you with specialists in residence status, such as licensed immigration scriveners (gyoseishoshi) or lawyers. The applications themselves are handled by these licensed professionals.

Finding someone you can trust in a new country is hard. Depending on your needs, I introduce qualified, experienced professionals and organizations, and we can prepare your questions together before your first meeting.

We'll look at what matters most to your family, such as work, schools, nature or city life, budget, and support for international families, and compare a few candidate areas together.

I'll introduce the stores that make daily life easy, like supermarkets, drugstores, 100-yen shops and online shopping, plus everyday rules such as sorting trash. Around Kobe, we can even visit the shops together.

Japanese public elementary and junior high schools accept children of foreign nationality free of charge, and you register through your city's board of education. With my experience as a teacher, I'll explain the differences between public, private and international schools, including Japanese-language support, and help you choose what fits your family.

Each school and city has its own conditions. After hearing your wishes, I'll look for places that welcome visits and arrange the details for you.

Yes. Japan has many options, such as sports, music, children's clubs and parent-child groups. I'll help you find them in your area, sign up, and know what to expect when you join.

Yes. I'll listen with my experience as a teacher, and when helpful, connect you with developmental support services or educational organizations.

Friendships grow little by little. I'll show you natural places to meet people, like local festivals, school parent gatherings, activities and parks, and we can practice easy phrases and topics for chatting with Japanese people in lessons.

Caring about this already shows kindness. I'll explain helpful customs by situation, such as greetings and bowing, taking off shoes indoors, keeping quiet on trains, and being on time. You don't have to be perfect; your good intentions come through.

It's best not to point at people, but pointing at things or directions is natural in many situations. Gesturing with an open palm feels more polite. Some gestures differ by country, like the "come here" wave. Rather than right or wrong, we'll practice what fits each situation, together as a family.

The best way is through play, picture books and role-play, matched to your child's age. In lessons, we practice real scenes like school, the park and shops, together as a family.

Of course. I offer lessons for children, for complete beginners, and short-term lessons for travelers.

The 30-minute consultation is free. Once I understand your family's needs, I'll send you lesson and support prices by email.