We here at All Japan Relocation have created living guides for foreigners in Japan. On this page we have gathered our daily living articles that will be useful no matter where you are living in Japan. Topics covered include how to open a bank account, Japanese business phrases, Japan's residency management system, and more.
For area specific living information articles and links to each area's municipal offices, please use the navigation links below to visit the destination guides section. At the bottom of each destination page you will find area specific articles for daily living.
There are numerous advantages to leasing an automobile. For individuals who will only be in Japan for a limited period of time, leasing a car allows them to pay for only what they require. Owning a car and dealing with the challenges of finding a new home for your unwanted car might be avoided if yo…
Having a car provides practical benefits. In this article you can learn what you will need to purchase a car in Japan and find some tips.
Over the last few decades, IC cards have revolutionized Japan’s public transportation system, making it more convenient, straightforward, and easy to use. However, the next evolution in IC card technology has arrived. The ability to store digital transport cards on your smartphone or smartwatch has…
The use of IC cards for public transportation in Japan has become the norm. While paper tickets are still available, they have been largely phased out in favor of more convenient options. However, it is important to note that there are actually a number of different IC cards, largely based on the re…
Many foreigners appear to be interested in driving in Japan. The following is a list of things you need when driving in Japan and requirements to obtain a Japanese driver's license.
Are you wondering how to convert your foreign driver's license to a Japanese one? Depending on the country or region, you may be exempt from the written or practical exams. The following is a summary of the documents which are required and the exams which you may need to take in order to obtain a Ja…
Tokyo and Osaka are often compared. If you look into it, there are many differences that can be found. In particular, dialects may be difficult to understand if you go to Osaka after learning standard Japanese. Food tastes different, the position you stand is different from left to right on the esc…
While Japan offers many protections for working residents, often times the rules are confusing and circular; and with much of the paperwork in complex Japanese, it can be difficult for expats to understand.
When you arrive in Japan and have a fixed address or are residing in a service apartment where their address can be recorded as yours, the first thing you should do is go to the municipal office and register your address. This article will explain how to register your address in Japan and how to cha…
In Japan, each citizen has a unique number (called My Number). We would like to introduce you Japan My Number system, particularly for mid- and long-term foreign residents in Japan. All registered inhabitants with a residence record at a municipal office will be given a My Number. Mid-to-long-term f…
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