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Posted on April 16, 2026April 15, 2026

Japan Naturalization 2026: The 10-Year Rule Explained and What It Means for Expats

Japan naturalization 2026

Japan doubled its citizenship residency requirement from 5 to 10 years on April 1, 2026. Tax review extended to 5 years. Social insurance to 2 years. Full guide for expats in Japan on what changed, who is affected, and what to do now.

Posted on April 15, 2026April 14, 2026

Japan Akiya Guide 2026: Can Foreigners Buy Abandoned Homes and How Does It Work?

buy akiya Japan foreigner 2026

Japan has nearly 10 million abandoned homes (akiya). Foreigners can legally buy them with no nationality restrictions. Full 2026 guide covering prices from ¥2M, step-by-step purchase process, new disclosure rules, and common mistakes to avoid.

Posted on April 14, 2026April 14, 2026

Japan Digital Nomad Visa 2026: Complete Guide to Requirements, Application and What to Expect

Japan digital nomad visa 2026

Japan's Digital Nomad Visa lets remote workers live in Japan for 6 months. Income requirement: ¥10M/year (~$68,000). Full 2026 guide: eligibility, how to apply, taxes.

Posted on April 14, 2026April 14, 2026

【全民+1 政府相挺】台灣普發現金1萬元懶人包|在日台灣人也可以領!資格、領法、截止日期一次搞懂

全民+1 政府相挺

台灣政府「全民+1 政府相挺」普發現金1萬元!在日台灣人有台灣戶籍一樣可以領,官網 10000.gov.tw 線上登記入帳即可,截止115年4月30日(2026年4月30日)。完整資格、代領攻略懶人包。

Posted on April 13, 2026April 13, 2026

Japan Joint Custody Law 2026: Everything Expats and International Families Need to Know

Japan joint custody law 2026

Japan ended 100 years of sole custody on April 1, 2026. What the new joint custody law means for foreign residents and international families.

Posted on April 12, 2026April 10, 2026

Japan Permanent Residency 2026: Stricter Rules, New 5-Year Visa Requirement and What Expats Need to Know

Japan permanent residency 2026

Japan tightened permanent residency rules in February 2026. New requirement: must hold 5-year visa at application time. Tax and pension compliance now zero-tolerance. Full guide for expats on the standard pathway, new rules, and what's coming next.

Posted on April 12, 2026April 10, 2026

Monthly Gathering Join Now | April 18th

Join Tokyo’s top international meetup at 300 Bar Next. A monthly expat networking event connecting locals, travelers, and professionals. Monthly Gathering

Posted on April 11, 2026April 5, 2026

ADHD Medication Shortage in Japan 2026: What Expats Need to Know

Japan Permanent Residency 2026: Stricter Rules

Concerta is in nationwide shortage in Japan as of April 2026. New patients cannot get it. What ADHD medications are available, what is banned, and what expats should do right now.

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