Official issues
Find essential information on official matters such as inheritances, My Number, residence permits, registrations, and visas to help navigate legal and administrative processes in Japan.
Which Visa is Right for My Business in Japan?
This article is contributed by Kreston Proworks, who has incorporated over 1000 companies in Japan. Japan continues to draw global attention as a destination not just for tourism, but for relocation.…
Living and Working in Rural Japan: Realities, Communities, and Legal Tips for Digital Nomads
This article is contributed by ELENTO LLC. This article continues from Discover Trial Living in Rural Japan: A New Choice for Digital Nomads and explores the realities of living and working in rural J…
Digital Nomad in Japan: Rise of Short to Medium-Term Stays from Overseas
In recent times, there has been an increase in individuals coming to Japan for short or medium-term stays, engaging in work from their home country while enjoying tourism. As a result, there is a grow…
How to Get a Part-Time Job for Foreigners and Students in Japan
Getting a part-time job in Japan, is not very difficult, almost 75% of foreigners and students easily get a part-time job there. Especially in big these like Tokyo, Osaka, and Yokohama. Moreover, the shortage of manpower in almost every domain due to the aging population of Japan is paving the path for foreign job.
Japan's National Pension System
While Japan offers many protections for working residents, often times the rules are confusing and circular; and with much of the paperwork in complex Japanese, it can be difficult for expats to under…
Japan Medical Tourism / What is the "Visa for Medical Stay"?
Medical tourism in Japan refers to the practice of traveling to Japan for medical treatment or to undergo medical procedures. Because of its advanced healthcare infrastructure, highly skilled medical…
How to Start a Business in Japan
For those who already have an established company abroad and would like to expand their business to Japan, there are 3 types of operations you can choose from to incorporate your business. You can eit…
Japan Residence Card (Zairyu Card) and Residence Management System
If you're moving to Japan, you definitely need to be aware of Japan residence card (zairyu card) and the residence management system. In this article, you will learn about residence card in Japan, res…
Child Allowance System (Jidō Teate) in Japan
The Japanese child allowance (Jidō Teate - 児童手当) is paid to those raising children aged 0 to 15 years. The benefits depend on the annual household income and, in addition to the child allowance provid…
How to Get a Part-Time Job for Foreigners and Students in Japan
This article is contributed by Nihon Arubaito. Getting a part-time job in Japan, is not very difficult, almost 75% of foreigners and students easily get a part-time job there. Especially in big these…
Registering or Changing Your Address in Japan
When you arrive in Japan and have a fixed address or are residing in a service apartment where their address can be recorded as yours, the first thing you should do is go to the municipal office and r…
What are the Requirements for Foreigners to Work as Cab Drivers in Japan?
This article is contributed by Asahi Research Institute LLC. In Japan, there is a serious shortage of cab drivers. Therefore, many rules have been changed to allow not only Japanese but also foreigner…
What Kinds of Part-Time Jobs can Students Get in Japan?
This article is contributed by Nihon Arubaito. There are many jobs available as on a person’s proficiency in the Japanese language and available working hours. First figure out the available working h…
How to Receive Unemployment Benefits in Japan
When you lose your job in Japan, whether the reason is for your personal reasons or for the company reasons, you can receive unemployment insurance if you meet the conditions. The basic allowance of e…
Things You Should Know about Status of Residence (Visa) in Japan
This article is contributed by Mori Niitsu Administrative Legal Visa Office. While living in Japan, I think there will be various changes in situations, such as changing jobs, getting married and havi…
Hiring Foreign Workers in Japan and How to Apply for Visa
This article provides information on how to hire a foreigner in Japan from abroad. If you currently live outside Japan and would like to work in Japan, your first step is to find an employer (sponsor)…
What is Japan My Number Card?
In Japan, each citizen has a unique number (called My Number). We would like to introduce you Japan My Number system, particularly for mid- and long-term foreign residents in Japan. All registered inh…
A Guide to Getting Married in Japan
Getting married in Japan is not only a wonderful experience, but it is also an important decision that can be both exciting and stressful. In case of a foreign citizen, some additional documentation is required. Our guide will go over the basic requirements as well as the necessary documents for marriage registration in Japan.
