Money
Get essential information on banking, the cost of living in Japan, credit cards, Japanese currency, money transfers, and public utility prices to manage your finances effectively in Japan.
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, make everyday purchases, and pay utility bills. In this article, we introduce the types of banks…
Electronic Money (E-Money) in Japan
This page contains affiliate links. While Japan is generally seen as a cash-based society, the Japanese government has set a goal of boosting cashless payment usage to 40% by 2025. Cashless payment us…
Average Public Utility Prices in Japan – Electricity, Gas, and Water Costs
Public utilities such as electricity, gas, and water supply are basic necessities for everyday life. Here, we explain the rate structure, payment methods, and approximate average monthly costs by hous…
Paying Bills in Japan Conveniently: A Simple Guide
Paying bills is no one’s favorite thing to do, regardless of where you live. When it comes to paying though, the easier it is the less painful it will be. This is another area in which Japan stands ou…
Cost of Living in Japan
Are you wondering the monthly living cost in Japan? As prices have been rising significantly in many countries, the situation in Japan is equivalent. In this article, you will find the Consumer Price…
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 occasions in your day to day life. It's surprising to many that there are still some restaur…
How to Get a Credit Card in Japan: An Expat Guide
This page contains affiliate links. Getting a credit card is part of normal adult life, and while applications can be difficult regardless of country, getting a credit card for foreigners in Japan ca…
International Money Transfers to Japan
This page contains affiliate links. While it is possible to make a traditional bank transfer from abroad to a Japanese bank account, there are a number of alternative services that are well worth expl…
International Money Transfers from Japan
This page contains affiliate links. When it comes to sending money overseas from Japan, you have several options. You can do it through a traditional bank transfer or via one of the alternative servic…
How to Pay Utility Bills in Japan
Electricity, gas, and water are the basic utility services needed for everyday life. In Japan there are many convenient ways in which you can pay your utility bills. Here's some info on the rate structure and the payment methods available to those living in Japan.
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