Mido's Advice List

Mido Mexico 15 years in Japan

Best check with the ward office.

Hello from Mido :) Yes... the recycling system is very very confusing here in Japan. On every ward or city, there are garbage recycling rules, and the best way is to check your ward/city office website. Depending on the ward you live, there are even areas where you don't have to recycle muc…(137 words)

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Tokyo City Hotel

Looking for cool second-hand clothes? Visit Shimokitazawa!

Hello! Its Mido :)In Japan, there are many second-hand apparel shops. As you have seen, girls & boys in Tokyo are very on-time fashioned, with high-end brands. So, when the season is off, you will most probably be able to find them at a second-hand shops or flea markets.You will be able to f…(101 words)

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Tokyo Shoes

Sushi+Green Tea, must!

Japanese green tea has lots of Vitamin E and C!! compared to English Black tea and Oolong tea. This is because of its manufacturing steps. The Japanese tea is manufactured without fermentation. Its also good for disinfection for food poisoning so it is recommended to drink when eating raw fish, …(75 words)

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Zushi...Isshiki Beach!

My favorite beach this summer is the Isshiki beach. There are many beach around Zushi area, and definitely it is a must beach to stop by during the summer. Around Zushi, there are plenty of music festivals too. The Isshiki Beach is about 10-15 minute ride by bus from Zushi Station. (JR Yok…(159 words)

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Tokyo Music Sea Bus Beaches Summer

To the little tray....

In Japan, you should not hand in the cash directly to the casher's hands. Always leave the cash into the little tray at the casher or if they do not have the tray, you should leave it to the casher-desk. This is to avoid any direct conflicts with the person in charge of the casher in case of los…(87 words)

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Shopping Etiquette