Money
Information on Japanese currency, bank accounts, electronic money, and other financial matters for foreign residents in Japan.
Japanese Currency: Banknotes and Coins
Despite growth of credit card and e-money use in Japan, you will still find yourself paying by cash in some…
Furusato Nozei: How to Benefit from Japan's Hometown Tax
Furusato Nōzei, or the hometown tax, is a syst…
Public Utility Prices in Japan (Electricity, Gas, Water)
Public utilities such as electricity, gas, and…
How to Open a Bank Account in Japan
It is necessary for foreign residents in Japan to open a bank account in order to receive their income, mak…
How to Get a Credit Card in Japan: An Expat Guide
This page contains affiliate links. Getting a…
What you should know about Consumption Tax in Japan
This article is contributed by YASUDA-Account…
International Money Transfers to Japan
This page contains affiliate links. While it is possible to make a traditional bank transfer from abroad to…
International Money Transfers from Japan
This page contains affiliate links. When it comes to sending money overseas from Japan, you have several op…
