Can you really move to Japan with just a thousand bucks? (Spoiler: kinda... but also, absolutely not.) This week on No Ginger (しょうがない), Samar and Ash break down the real costs of starting life in Japan—from dodgy sharehouses and prepaid rent to commuter pass drama and the painful truth about when your first paycheck actually arrives. Along the way: nicotine-flavored café confusion, budgeting fails, and the joys of carrying trash across Tokyo. Have a problem? We need stories! Become a part of the No Ginger community by emailing us your “shouganai” story at: nogingerpodcast@gmail.com Or if you prefer DM's, find us on Instagram or Tiktok and share your story. Thank you for your support. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to rate and subscribe. As always, stay genki :)