Chapter 3: I am Become Sensei

What does it take to become a Chiron English teacher? Hard work, lots of flash card practice, and mindless dedication to a company with more than a few quirks. But for Devon, it might take even more than that. Find out exactly what that means in Episode 3 of Forever Foreign.

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Japan’s 11 Most Famous Onsen

Japan is littered with some incredible hot springs, or 'onsen.' Some are known for their luxurious inns, some are known for their healing waters, and some are known for their history. Read on to see the country's 11 most famous onsen and how they earned that title.

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Average Cost of Living Across Tokyo’s 23 Special Wards

Calculating the average cost of living for Tokyo is difficult because of its size, but the minimum monthly amount is roughly ¥190,000, or $1,450 USD. This includes average 1-bedroom rent across Tokyo’s 23 wards of ¥81,000 ($620 USD) and more individual factors like food costs and transportation. Read the breakdown and see which neighborhoods are cheapest here.

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The 9 Best of the Best Hot Springs in Japan

You can crawl over just about every inch of Japan and find yourself within shouting distance of a magical hot spring. But while some spots are more famous than others, that doesn’t always mean that they’re the cream of the crop. See which ones are the best of the best in this list.

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