Respect for the Aged Day, known as Keiro no Hi, is a national holiday in Japan celebrated on the third Monday of September. It is a day dedicated to…
♥ 0guideMountain Day (Yama no Hi) is a national holiday in Japan celebrated on August 11 to encourage people to appreciate the country's mountains. Since it…
♥ 0guideConstitution Memorial Day, observed on May 3, commemorates the enactment of the Constitution of Japan in 1947. It is a national holiday dedicated to…
♥ 0guideNational Foundation Day, known in Japanese as Kenkoku Kinen no Hi, is a national holiday celebrated on February 11 to commemorate the founding of the…
♥ 0guideComing of Age Day, known as Seijin no Hi, is a national holiday in Japan celebrated on the second Monday of January. It honors those who have reached…
♥ 0guideJapan's population is characterized by a shrinking total number of inhabitants and a rapidly aging demographic. This trend is driving significant…
♥ 0Health & SafetyNational Health Insurance (NHI) is a mandatory public insurance system in Japan designed to provide affordable medical coverage to residents who are…
♥ 0Living & Settling InThe My Number Card is a plastic identification card issued by the Japanese government that contains an IC chip for secure digital authentication. It…
♥ 0Living & Settling InAfter arriving in Japan, your most urgent task is registering your address at your local municipal office to activate your residency status. This…
♥ 0Entry, Visas & WorkTo obtain a Residence Card, you must receive it at the airport upon entry into Japan. You must keep this card with you at all times and update it…
♥ 0Culture & EtiquetteGarbage disposal in Japan requires strict adherence to local municipality rules regarding sorting, collection days, and specific bag types. To avoid…
♥ 0About JapanMoving to or visiting Japan requires an understanding of its unique administrative, social, and logistical systems. This guide covers essential…
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