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Your Jūminhyō Checklist: Getting the Right Residence Certificate in Japan
A practical guide for foreign residents who need a jūminhyō in Japan. Learn what it shows, which details to request, how to obtain it, and why fees and procedures vary by municipality. -
Cannot Read a Letter From City Hall in Japan? What to Do Before You Miss a Deadline
A practical guide for foreign residents, students, and workers in Japan who receive a city-hall letter they cannot understand. Learn how to identify urgent notices, where to ask for help, and which tax, insurance, and pension letters need fast action. -
How to Register Your Address in Japan: Residence Card and City Hall Procedures
A practical guide for foreign residents in Japan who need to register or update their address at city hall. Covers Residence Card procedures, the 14-day rule, moving within Japan, My Number, and 2026 card updates.
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