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    Tokyo has so much to offer and InterNations made it much easier to become acclimated to life in this bustling city.

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Meet other Germans at our events in Japan

Attend our monthly events and activities for Germans expatriates to get to know like-minded expatriates in real life.

Dec 21, 2024, 8:00 AM
14 attendees
We will enjoy the lights at Marunouchi. We will meet at (...) Protected content (...) . After the walk, we will have dinner at Hachijuro Shoten (https://www.marunouchi.com/tenants/10021/). IMPO
Dec 22, 2024, 3:30 AM
20 attendees
Are you new to Tokyo? New to InterNations? Then this event is for you. We would like to have a luncheon to enjoy this Xmas in the air! Let’s get to know each other. We need to pay in one bill so make
We’re dancing for 2 nights in a row until morning @ Osaka’s stylish nightclub, Club Ammona! From 10pm until 4am. You can join in anytime during the night, on Friday and Saturday. Everybody has to sh
Dec 26, 2024, 10:00 AM
62 attendees
Ho ho ho let the holiday season begin ... Get ready for another fun filled InterNations experience and join us for the last event before 2025. A cozy warm & welcoming atmosphere, central Location, c

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    From Germany, living in Nagoya
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    From Germany, living in Nagoya
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    From Germany, living in Nagoya
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    From Germany, living in Nagoya
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    From Germany, living in Tokyo
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    From Germany, living in Tokyo
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    From Germany, living in Tokyo
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    From Germany, living in Tokyo
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    From Germany, living in Nagoya
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    From Germany, living in Tokyo

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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you want to continue with your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? There’s a variety of InterNations Groups you can join, including everything from sightseeing to hiking. These are run by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month, such as dinners in the cities finest restaurants, sports or outings with other expats to explore all that your new home has to offer.

Find other Germans to share your hobbies with

Find Tips and Advice on Japan from German Expats

Of course, expat living in Japan is not just about shipping your belongings and filing in some bureaucratic papers. Regular socializing with fellow Germans is an essential part of expat life and helps getting accustomed to the Japanese way of life and mentality. InterNations helps you connect and meet up with other Germans in Japan, residing in Tokyo, Sapporo, the Kansai Region and many other places throughout the country. Just take a look at our group of Germans in Tokyo or Germans in Osaka.

If you ever wish to have a chat in your native language, discover where to shop for German food or discuss your favorite sports team's latest match, become a member of the Japanese InterNations Community:

  • Look up our top quality network to get to know open-minded expats from Germany in Japan.
  • Obtain and share insider tips in our Japan Expat Forums – e.g. how to hire a babysitter fluent in your native tongue for your children or where to get roast pork with Knödel in Sapporo.
  • Search the InterNations Places database for Japan to get information on institutions from your home country, including the German embassy.

From Shikoku, the smallest island, famous for its 88-temple pilgrimage to the scenic Japanese Alps, we’ll help you connect with supportive and friendly German expats in Japan.

Join Our Expat Activities and Mingle with Fellow Germans in Japan

Moreover, please feel free to attend our regular expat events and activities in Japan. Our get-togethers are very diverse and range from a cozy gathering to enjoy the traditional Japanese sushi and sashimi, to big expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Tokyo’s best locations. You can also participate in one of our expat trips to go and see the semi-tropical southern island of Okinawa as well as other beautiful landmarks in Japan.

Our meet-ups and activities are a great opportunity to mingle with expats from Germany and various other countries in a casual setting. Interested? Just sign up and you’ll soon be receiving a cordial Grüß Gott from our Germans living in Japan!