InterNations – Bringing Together Japanese Living in the Philippines
Interested in meeting fellow Japanese in the Philippines? Are you looking for trustworthy advice and tips on expat life from your Japanese countrymen? Or would you like to discover landmarks such as Gitnang Luzon, the "Rice Bowl of the Philippines" with other Japanese expatriates?
No matter if you already are an expat in the Philippines or still finishing your preparations for your relocation back home in Japan, InterNations the Philippines offers everything you are looking for: our trusted network is the most popular international platform for expats and global minds from all over the world. Of course, we also have a number of Japanese expats in the Philippines among our members, coming from various regions all over Japan - from the Kansai Region, over Tokyo to Sapporo.
Jacques Paillard
All expatriates in my company joined InterNations because it really helped me get accustomed to my new life in Manila.
Adriana Rodrigues Zon
The idea of getting to know other expats in Manila was very appealing to me, and I've greatly expanded my network in the Philippines.
Meet other Japanese at our events in the Philippines
Attend our monthly events and activities for Japanese expatriates to get to know like-minded expatriates in real life.



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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.
Get Tips and Info on Life in the Philippines from Japanese Expats
Being an expat in the\ Philippines means much more than packing your belongings and taking care of paperwork. Keeping in touch with your Japanese compatriots is a big part of the expat experience and can help you understand the Filipino people and their culture better. With InterNations, meeting other Japanese in the\ Philippines is a breeze, no matter if you are in Cebu, Manila, Davao or any other expat magnet across the country. Just take our network of Japanese in Manila, for example.
If you are in the mood to speak your mother tongue again, to learn about the best spots to shop for Japanese food, or to discuss your favorite sports team’s latest match, join the Japanese InterNations Community:
- In our huge expat network, you can easily find like-minded expatriates from Japan.
- Our the\ Philippines Expat Forums are a great place to share experiences and advice – for example how to find a nanny speaking your language or where to get sushi\ and\ sashimi in Manila...
- The InterNations Places database for the\ Philippines helps you find institutions like the nearest Japanese embassy.
From Gitnang\ Luzon,\ the\ "Rice\ Bowl\ of\ the\ Philippines" to the\ shores\ of\ Manila\ Bay, we’ll get you in touch with helpful and friendly Japanese expats in the\ Philippines.
Meet Fellow Japanese in the Philippines at Our Many Expat Activities
Participating in our regular expat events and activities in the\ Philippines is another wonderful advantage of your membership. Our events cater to virtually all interests, ranging from a nice dinner with your fellow expats to enjoy some famous halo-halo, the\ Philippines’s national dish, to large expat get-togethers with hundreds of guests in some of Manila’s most exclusive locations. Looking for a weekend getaway? Simply join one of our expat excursions with a group of fellow Japanese in Manila and discover 2000-year-old\ rice\ terraces, the\ country's\ summer\ capital\ at\ Baguio, and other impressive landmarks across the\ Philippines.
Our events and activities are a great way of meeting fellow expats from Japan and all around the globe in a casual atmosphere. Does this sound interesting to you? Then sign up for membership and you’ll hear a heartfelt Konbanwa from our Japanese living in the\ Philippines!








