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Visa Renewal Japan 2026: Fees, New October Fee Table & How to Apply
Life in Japan July 29th, 2026

Visa Renewal Japan 2026: Fees, New October Fee Table & How to Apply

A visa renewal that costs ¥6,000 today could cost ¥75,000 after October 1. We break down exactly what's changing, what documents you'll need, and how to file before the deadline hits.
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Yuriko Matsuoka
Yuriko Matsuoka Staff Writer
The Japanese Salaryman: What It Is, How the Culture Works & What's Changing in 2026
Life in Japan July 24th, 2026

The Japanese Salaryman: What It Is, How the Culture Works & What's Changing in 2026

What does it actually mean to be a Japanese salaryman in 2026? We break down the pay, the hours, the culture, and what's genuinely changing.
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Yuriko Matsuoka
Yuriko Matsuoka Staff Writer
Burnable Garbage In Japan and More: How To Sort Your Trash
Life in Japan July 24th, 2026

Burnable Garbage In Japan and More: How To Sort Your Trash

All your trash sorting needs for burnable garbage in Japan and more here!
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Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
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