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 The website links listed below are either resources that we have found useful, or have been recommended to us by our clients. We hope that you will find them useful as well. Please keep in mind that Tokyo Rent is not responsible for the content of any of the third party sites. If you know of any similar resources that would be of interest to foreigners living in Japan, if any of the links are non-functional, or if you are a webmaster interested in exchanging links, please let us know by writing to the Tokyo Rent webmaster. Getting Around - Trains,
Subways, and Buses Getting Around - Trains, Subways, BusesJapanese Traffic Guide-
Totally in English - just type in the station (train or subway) that you'll be departing from, and your destination, then select your preferred departure time. The site will search it's database and give you a selection of route choices ranked based on shortest amount of elapsed travel time, fewest connections, lowest fare, etc. HYPERDIA-timetable- 
Similar to the Japanese Traffic Guide, but not quite as easy to use. Allows you to enter the station names and estimated departure time, then returns a selection of routes and fares. JR-East- 
East Japan Railway information including tickets, access, rail passes, major station layouts, and a pdf format English map of all the lines and stations.
Basic Survival SkillsVisa-
Japan Ministry of Foreign Affairs English language website with detailed information on obtaining your visa, plus a detailed FAQ section. Web Japan- 
Gateway to all Japanese information - includes links to numerous informational sites covering different aspects of Japanese life, culture, economy, and business. Post Office- 
Japan Post Office English language website - provides helpful information on postal codes, EMS package tracking and tracing, delivery times, service hours, shipping costs, and stamps. Japan Postal Savings- 
English language website that explains all the Japan Postal Savings services and ATMs, including how to deposit and withdraw, borrow money, remit payments to others, receive salaries and pensions, and international postal money orders. Medical and DentalTokyo Metropolitan Medical Institution Information-
Searchable online database that includes hospitals, doctors, and clinics in the Tokyo Metro area along with the languages their staff speaks.Pharmacies with English speaking staff
Food & DrinkENGLISH OK! - a unique directory that features shops, restaurants, hotels and other services that have English speaking staff and menus. There are also discount coupons, special offers, and other promotions.
Tokyo Food Page - An excellent English language site that covers over 1000 Tokyo and Yokohama restaurants, guides to Japanese cuisine, recipes, and tours of Japanese markets. 
Gourmet Navigator - Includes restaurants and bars in the Kanto area. You can select restaurants by location, local train/subway station, or type of cuisine.
Getting Connected - Associations, Clubs, OrganizationsCollege Women's Association of Japan-
Founded in 1949, CWAJ is dedicated to promoting higher education through international cooperation. Membership is open to women of all nationalities with an interest in education, cross-cultural opportunities, and friendship. Entrepreneur Association of Tokyo -  The Entrepreneur Association of Tokyo was founded to promote and support entrepreneurship in Japan. Since June of 2003, EA-Tokyo has been holding monthly seminars featuring presentations by top entrepreneurs in Japan.
JobsDagMusic Agency-
Dagmusic provides foreign session singers to the top Japanese television commercial (TV-CM) music production houses in Tokyo. Tokyo Employment Service Center for Foreigners- 
Service run by the Japanese government to match up foreigners with available jobs. Website also includes information on visas, unemployment benefits, health insurance, and other job related issues. Jobs in Japan- 
Active bulletin board type website that includes classified ads for EFL, ESL, teaching, IT & technology, modeling, acting, and entertainment jobs.
News, Books, Magazines
Mainichi Daily News - Interactive- 
The Japan Times Online-
 Bondi Books One of the best used English language bookstores in the Tokyo area. The selection is great, and the staff is not only helpful, they're friendly as well. English, Japanese, and Australian spoken. .
Language - Teaching, Study and/or TranslationJapan Association for Language Teaching-
Non profit organization focused on improving language teaching and learning in Japan and overseas. Has nearly 3,000 members in Japan plus members abroad. Holds regular events, conferences, and publishes materials. Sensei Cafe-  Online service that matches language teachers and students throughout Japan. Allows teachers to register in the database for free, which is then searched by prospective students. Find A Teacher- 
Matches up teachers with students that want to study a foreign language. Teacher registration is free. Students pay the Japanese website a small fee to be introduced to a foreign teacher. 121 Sensei- 
Teaching English in Japan - teachers in Japan sign up and use the system free. Students pay a small fee to be matched up with teachers. Many used by teachers looking for private students, the website also has a small number of classified ads for English teachers. SWET - Society of Writers, Editors, and Translators- 
Tokyo based organization for people involved in writing, translating, editing, teaching, and research in Japan. Publishes a regular newsletter, holds monthly meetings, and has an excellent collection of online articles relating to writing and translating in Japan. University of Technology Sydney Distance Learning Program- 
Affordable distance learning Master of Arts in English Language Teaching program offered by the University of Technology Sydney. Study in Japan - Comprehensive Guide- 
Resources for students that want to study in Japan. Includes information on scholarships, admissions, visa requirements and a detailed FAQ. Tokyo Japanese Language Education Center- 
Part of the Japan Student Services Organization, the Tokyo Japanese Language Education Center focuses on students that what to improve their Japanese language ability so that they can pursue studies at Japanese universities or graduate schools.
Sports, Adventure and EntertainmentPerforming Arts Network Japan-
Sponsored by the Japan Foundation, the Performing Arts Network Japan has become the focal point for English and Japanese language information on all types of performing arts in Japan including theater, butoh, music, and other performances. Japan Adventures- 
White water rafting, hiking, mountain climbing, snow boarding, kayaking - day, weekend, and week long adventures. Fantastic if you want to escape the crowded city for an exciting adventure in Japan. Outdoor Japan- 
Great resource for English language material on the best places to hike, cycle, surf, golf, scuba dive? Also includes information on where to buy outdoor camping and sports equipment, recommendations on accommodations and onsens, transportation availability, and the like.
Computer ResourcesRingo - Macintosh User Group-
Apple Macintosh User Group based in Tokyo with extensive support resources for foreigners. Tokyo PC Users Group- 
Japan's largest English speaking computer club. Holds monthly meetings in Tokyo, swap meets, special interest news groups, detailed online FAQ files, and an active support organization. Tokyo Linux Users Group- 
Tokyo based club and message board for Linux users. Holds regular monthly meetings. Website includes extensive information on setting up Linux in a Japanese environment. User's Side2- 
Computer Pro Shop for Foreign Residents offering overseas models with international warranties and operating systems. Located in Ebisu and Akihabara. Link PartnersOther websites that you might find interesting and useful- Study Abroad Enquiry Service - Hyperstudy.com - use our free college admissions, Study Abroad, Language Schools, Internships and ESL enquiry service. Get fast and direct responses from over 200 Universities, Language Schools and Colleges.
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