The Foreign Resident Support Center (FRESC) provides free, professional consultation services to foreign residents in Japan regarding daily life,…
♥ 0guideTokyo is Japan's massive metropolitan center, offering a high standard of living, efficient public transport, and diverse neighborhoods. Moving here…
♥ 0FAQIf you lose your passport or residence card in Japan, you must immediately report the loss to the local police to obtain a lost property report…
♥ 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 InTo get a mobile phone and SIM card in Japan, you can either purchase a device and a contract from a major carrier or buy a prepaid SIM card for…
♥ 0Living & Settling InTo open a bank account in Japan, you generally need a Residence Card, a passport, and a registered phone number. While major banks like MUFG or…
♥ 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…
♥ 0Japanese Language & StudyTo choose a Japanese language school, you must match your specific goals—such as university entrance, job hunting, or casual conversation—with the…
♥ 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…
♥ 0Entry, Visas & WorkThe Dependent Visa is a status of residence granted to the family members of individuals holding long-term work or student visas. It allows spouses…
♥ 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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