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These ARE the droids you are looking for…<\/strong><\/p>\n Let\u2019s face it, it\u2019s an iPhone world, but Droids need love too!\u00a0\u00a0 Here are a few Android apps to get you through life in Japan and prove that you have all the same perks, and more, as those Apple fanboys.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n It may seem surprising to see an app about garbage, unless you have lived in Japan and then you already know why!<\/p>\n Throwing away garbage in Japan can create headaches for many. With ThreeR, this is a \u00a0thing of the past! This multilingual trash app will give you access to area-specific garbage information including a full calendar, search function, and reminder alarms to make sure you never forget when the next pickup for any given item is. Also includes helpful picture examples of trash bags and item categories for even easier reference.<\/p>\n https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=jp.co.delight_system.threeR.android&hl=ja<\/a><\/p>\n App for finding train times and locations<\/p>\n https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.hyperdia.android.activity<\/a><\/p>\n \n Offline Japanese\/English dictionary with handwritten kanji input (note: developer has ceased to update)<\/p>\n https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.umibouzu.jed<\/a><\/p>\n \n Dictionary\/kanji study tool that integrates with WWWJDIC and recognizes handwritten kanji (even with the wrong stroke order) .<\/p>\n https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=org.nick.kanjirecognizer<\/a><\/p>\n The most popular and widely used free texting\/calling app in Japan<\/p>\n https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=jp.naver.line.android<\/a><\/p>\n An early warning app for earthquakes (customizable to magnitude and area).<\/p>\n https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=jp.co.rcsc.yurekuru.android<\/a><\/p>\n A multiple-language support keyboard with Japanese input option (features quick-switch language button on keyboard).<\/p>\n https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=net.cdeguet.smartkeyboardpro<\/a><\/p>\n \u201cThe idea was that wherever I was in Tokyo, I\u2019d always be able to look at that map and find the craft beer bars near me. I\u2019d never have to settle for mass produced beer again.\u201d \u00a0And so it was\u2026<\/p>\n http:\/\/beerinjapan.com\/bij\/app\/<\/a><\/p>\n An app from McDonalds that features daily uploaded coupons for use at any restaurant.<\/p>\n https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=jp.co.mcdonalds.android&feature=search_result#?t=W251bGwsMSwyLDEsImpwLmNvLm1jZG9uYWxkcy5hbmRyb2lkIl0<\/a>.<\/p>\n An Adobe PDF reader app with editing options including highlighting, strikethroughs, and handwritten marks using touch screen.<\/p>\n https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.adobe.reader&feature=search_result<\/a><\/p>\n A translation tool and dictionary that recognizes speech input.<\/p>\n https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.google.android.apps.translate&feature=search_result<\/a><\/p>\n Netflix originally produced this internet speed-test app as a simple way for its customers to know whether or not their ISP is throttling speeds to Netflix or if there is an actual issue with their connection. It offers an ad-free clean interface and really only does one thing: test your connection. Whether you want to test your home wifi connection or even your mobile 4G connection, this app helps provide the information you need quickly and easily.<\/p>\n https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.netflix.Speedtest&hl=en<\/a><\/p>\n
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ThreeR (\u3055\u3093\u3042\uff5e\u308b)<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Hyperdia <\/strong><\/h2>\n
JED <\/strong><\/h2>\n
Kanji Recognizer <\/strong><\/h2>\n
LINE<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Yurekuru Call<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Smart Keyboard PRO<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Beer in Japan<\/strong><\/h2>\n
McDonalds Coupon App (Japanese)<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Adobe Reader<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Google Translate<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Technology<\/h2>\n
FAST Speed Test<\/strong><\/h4>\n