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A Foreign Family’s Birth Registration Checklist in Japan: The 14-Day, 30-Day, and Embassy Steps
A practical guide for foreign families registering a child born in Japan, covering the 14-day municipal deadline, embassy procedures, residence status, documents, costs, and common mistakes. -
Your First Month in Japan on a Working Holiday: Registration, Work, Insurance, and Tax
A practical first-month guide for Working Holiday participants in Japan, covering address registration, permitted work, health insurance, pension, tax withholding, and safer job checks. -
How to Send Money Abroad From Japan If Your Bank Blocks the Transfer
A practical guide for foreign residents in Japan who need to send money overseas after a bank blocks the transfer. It explains the common reasons, current rules, backup options, fees, and what to check before trying again. -
How to Send Money Internationally from Japan: Fees, Banks, and Services Compared
A practical guide for foreign residents in Japan who need to send money overseas. Compare banks, Wise, Seven Bank, SBI Remit, Western Union, fees, documents, My Number rules, and common mistakes before transferring. -
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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