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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.

A practical guide for new foreign residents, students, and workers who need to know whether a Japanese bank account is possible before resident registration is complete, and what to do instead.

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.