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Visas, work, residency, and daily life in Japan - explained clearly and honestly.
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The complete 2026 guide to where to stay in Japan — best neighborhoods and top hotel picks for every budget in Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Hiroshima, Hakone, and Sapporo. Includes ryokan recommendations, booking tips, and when to book cherry blossom and autumn season travel.
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Confused about resident tax in Japan? Learn how much you pay, when it’s billed, salary deductions vs lump sums, and why foreigners are often surprised by June tax bills.
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Confused about Japan’s year-end tax adjustment? Learn how 年末調整 works for foreigners, who needs it, required forms, refunds, and common mistakes to avoid.
By Admin•The complete 2026 guide to where to stay in Japan — best neighborhoods and top hotel picks for every budget in Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Hiroshima, Hakone, and Sapporo. Includes ryokan recommendations, booking tips, and when to book cherry blossom and autumn season travel.
By Admin•Confused about resident tax in Japan? Learn how much you pay, when it’s billed, salary deductions vs lump sums, and why foreigners are often surprised by June tax bills.
By Admin•Confused about Japan’s year-end tax adjustment? Learn how 年末調整 works for foreigners, who needs it, required forms, refunds, and common mistakes to avoid.
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Learn the cheapest ways to send money overseas from Japan. Compare Wise, SBI Remit, Japanese banks, fees, exchange rates, and real foreigner experiences.
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Why do foreigners get rejected for credit cards in Japan? Learn the real reasons, common mistakes, and how to improve approval chances with practical, real-world examples.
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A realistic 2026 guide to the best credit cards in Japan for foreigners. Learn which cards approve, why applications fail, and how to increase your approval chances.
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Looking for short-term housing in Japan? Compare monthly apartments, share houses, guesthouses, and serviced apartments with costs, pros, and cons for foreigners.
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Should foreigners choose furnished or unfurnished apartments in Japan? Compare costs, contracts, pros and cons, and real-life scenarios to decide what fits your stay.
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Applications for the Tokyo App 11,000 yen free points have officially started. Learn who qualifies, how to apply, and how to convert the points into usable rewards in Tokyo.
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Key money, deposits, guarantor fees, renewal fees—discover the hidden costs of renting an apartment in Japan and how foreigners can reduce upfront expenses.
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Compare monthly living costs in Tokyo, Osaka, Fukuoka, Hokkaido, and Okinawa. Realistic budgets, rent, food, and lifestyle costs for foreigners living in Japan.
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Key money can make renting in Japan expensive. Learn where to find no-key-money apartments, which landlords offer them, and how foreigners can reduce upfront rental costs.
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