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Top English-Friendly Japanese Banks for Foreigners

Top English-Friendly Japanese Banks for Foreigners

Your first banking experience in Japan doesn't have to be a bad one.
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John Cross
John Cross Expat at Mailmate
Residence Tax In Japan For Foreigners: An Easy 2025 Guide
Life in Japan May 19th, 2025

Residence Tax In Japan For Foreigners: An Easy 2025 Guide

As a foreigner living in Japan, you’re legally required to pay residence tax (住民税, jūminzei). We'll walk you through understanding the basics and the two most important things to be wary of with residence tax payment.  
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Ruby Doan
Ruby Doan Staff Writer
Mail Forwarding Service in Japan: Top Picks for 2025
Life in Japan May 19th, 2025

Mail Forwarding Service in Japan: Top Picks for 2025

Mail forwarding services in Japan provide a convenient solution for individuals and businesses who want to shop from Japanese online stores or receive mail from Japan without having a physical address in the country.
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer