
Nengajo: Your Total Guide to Japan’s New Year Cards
Here’s everything you need to know about Japan’s year-end greeting exchange: History, how-tos, and your FAQs answered.
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Forgot to Pay Electricity Bill? Here’s How to Pay Bills Online in Japan
In Japan, paying utility bills can be a hassle. But it doesn’t have to be.
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8 Top English-Speaking Hospitals in Tokyo [Updated 2022 Guide]
Bookmark this page so you’ll know where to turn in worst-case scenarios in Tokyo. Or share with a friend who needs help.
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How to Register in a New City in Japan [Step-by-Step Guide]
Start right. We guide you through your first visit to city office.
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Neighborhood Associations in Japan: A Primer for Foreign Residents
Should you join one? What will happen if you don’t? We cover what to know as a renter or property owner in Japan.
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How to Get a Juminhyo (Resident Record) in Japan
A detailed guide so you can stop wondering.
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Dog Ownership in Japan: A Manual for Foreign Residents
Japan's new microchip registration for pets, what to do if your dog has hurt others, dog run etiquette, and more.
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My Number Card for Foreigners in Japan: A Quick Start Guide
What to know to start benefiting today—just in time for those My Number reward points in June 2022.
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What Is a Virtual Mailbox Service in Japan?
Did you know? Virtual office addresses can be used for Japanese company incorporation. Plus, with virtual mail software—no Japanese required.
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Virtual Offices in Japan, Explained [Updated 2022]
An A-to-Z guide of what to know up front before you make the switch.
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