Anyone with an interest in Japan should learn a little Japanese. Travelers need to know a few survival phrases; correct expressions for greetings, daily shopping, asking direction and suchlike. When you know few key phrases the daily life is easier and more pleasant.

If you start studying Japanese language before traveling to Japan, you are steps ahead because with learning the language you learn about the culture as well. 
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Halal has been a growing buzzword among Japanese companies, particularly those in the food, beverages and service industries. 

More restaurants and hotels offering halal options, and manufacturers are gaining halal certification for their products. Few green tea producers also have applied and received Halal certification.
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In Japan, finding Halal products has become easier in recent years, but not all of everyday essential products.

Also, if you are not living near a Halal shop, not only you are going to spend a considerable amount of time, but also pay for transportation every time you need to buy something.

Having free time for shopping and transportation cost, are not the only obstacles that Muslims living in Japan have. Especially newcomers may spend hours in supermarkets reading foods’ labels to make sure they do not contain Haram ingredients.
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​If you have moved to Japan, one of the first things you'll need to do is to get hold of your town's trash guide.

In Japan, garbage is basically categorized into four types; Combustible, Incombustible, Bottles and Cans, and Oversized Garbage.

Keep in mind that each city has its own rules, but in general, the rules are pretty similar.

Moreover, garbage collection dates and hours differ depending on the area.
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Whatever country you may live in, it is only sensible and respectful to learn the language, which obviously makes everyday living easier too.

Swapping lessons in your own language with your new Japanese friend is a good idea. Private tutor is another way if you can afford. 

However, joining a class would be more fun and sociable too, especially if it is free. Kominkan is where you can get Japanese language lessons for free and also get to know many people including foreigners who live in your neighborhood.
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