Life in Japan
There's many things to know in order to live in Japan. The cost of living. How to find a place to live. What to do when you get sick. Transportation, food, shopping, banking, etc. Our team, whose time living in Japan is a bit longer than those just starting out, will introduce all the information you need to know to accomplish your dream of living in Japan.
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Living Cost & Finance in Japan
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Cost of Living
Living Cost in Japan: Breakdown and Money-Saving [2023]
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Taxes
The Basics to Understanding the Tax System in Japan for Foreigners
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Opening a Bank Account
Opening a Bank Account in Japan
Procedures for Living in Japan (immigration, residence)
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My Number Card
What’s My Number Card in Japan? What’s it for and how do I get one?
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Residence Card / Status of Residence
What’s a Japan Residence Card (Zairyu Card)? and What’s the First Thin...
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Moving in Japan
Step-by-step Guide on How to Move in Japan
Basic Services in Japan (utilities, phone, postal)
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Postal / Delivery Services
Sending Mail and Packages in Japan
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Electricity / Water / Gas
Utilities in Japan: How to Set-Up When First Moving In
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Internet
How Does Home Internet in Japan Work
Medical, Health, Insurance in Japan
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Social Insurance
What is Shakai Hoken (社会保険)? The 5 Types of Social Insurance in Ja...
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Getting Medical Help in Japan
What to do if you fall sick in Japan? Step-by-step Guide to Getting Me...
Eating & Shopping in Japan
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Restaurant Types and Dining Know-how
What Type of Restaurants in Japan are there?
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Buying Groceries and Daily Necessities
Grocery Shopping in Japan, Visiting the Different Stores in Japan for...
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Japanese Food
30 Popular Japanese Food to Try in Japan and Lessons for Foodies
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Shopping / Souvenirs
Shopping in Japan: Where to Go and Tokyo Recommendations
Home & Everyday Life
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Rent and Finding a Place to Live
Types of Housing in Japan and Cost of Rent
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Weather / Climate
Understanding Japan Climate Zones and Weather
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Moving in Japan
Movers in Japan: How to Choose the Best Moving Company
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Sorting Trash
A Guide on How to Deal with Trash in Japan
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Earthquake Safety
Japan Earthquakes: What to Prepare, and What to Do During Earthquake i...
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Japanese Address
How to Read Japanese Address, Know the Japanese Regions and 47 Prefect...
Transportation and Vehicles in Japan
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Taxi
How to Call Taxi in Japan and Taxi Fare in Japan
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Shinkansen (Japan Bullet Train)
Guide to Riding the Shinkansen Bullet Train in Japan
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Airplane
Brief Guide about Japanese Airlines and Which To Pick
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Bicycle
All You Need to Know About Japanese Bikes and Cycling in Japan
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Car / Automotive
A Comprehensive Guide to Driving in Japan: Driving Licence, Traffic Ru...
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Bus / Highway Bus
How to Ride Buses in Japan
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IC Cards
Suica, PASMO, ICOCA? Japan IC Cards for Getting Around Easily
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