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Category: ★ Japan Survival Guide ★

Your complete A–Z guide to living in Japan as an expat or foreigner. From opening a bank account and getting a SIM card to navigating the healthcare system, Japanese bureaucracy, and daily life hacks. Curated by Peter Chen, 18+ years in Tokyo — so you can skip the hard lessons.

Posted on April 25, 2026May 21, 2026

Temu Japan 2026: Free ¥15,000 Coupon Code — Complete Expat Guide | TIFE

Temu Japan 2026

New to Temu in Japan? Get ¥15,000 in free coupons + 30% off your first order. Step-by-step guide for expats in Tokyo. Referral code: apm35523. Updated April 2026.

Posted on April 24, 2026April 24, 2026

Japan Earthquake Preparedness Guide for Expats 2026: Everything You Need to Know

After Japan's M7.7 Iwate earthquake on April 20, 2026, are you prepared? Complete expat guide: go-bag checklist, essential apps, how to find your evacuation route, building safety explained, and what to do during and after a quake.

Posted on April 23, 2026April 22, 2026

Japan Real Estate 2026: Tokyo Property Prices, Buying as a Foreigner, and BOJ Rate Hike Impact

Japan real estate 2026 foreigners

Tokyo property prices are at record highs in 2026 while the BOJ raised rates to 0.75%. Can foreigners buy in Japan? Mortgage options, new April 2026 disclosure rules, and everything expats need to know about Japan real estate.

Posted on April 22, 2026May 11, 2026

Japan Hits Record 4.12 Million Foreign Residents in 2026: What It Means for Expat Life

Japan foreign residents 2026

Japan now has 4.12 million foreign residents — a 9.5% jump in one year and an all-time record. What this milestone means for expats, housing, services, and immigration policy in 2026.

Posted on April 21, 2026May 1, 2026

Japan Free High School Tuition April 2026: What Expat Parents Need to Know

Japan free high school tuition 2026

From April 2026, Japan eliminated income caps on high school tuition subsidies — making Japanese public and private high schools effectively free. What expat parents need to know, who qualifies, and what the catch is.

Posted on April 20, 2026April 20, 2026

Japan Permanent Residency 2026: Stricter Rules, New Revocation Powers, and What Every Holder Must Know

Japan My Number residence card 2026

Japan is tightening permanent residency rules across 2026-2027. New ¥3.5M income threshold, 5-year visa requirement from April 2027, fees up to ¥200,000, and new powers to revoke PR for tax non-compliance. Full guide.

Posted on April 19, 2026May 1, 2026

Japan’s New Integrated Residence Card & My Number Card: What Foreign Residents Need to Know in 2026

Japan My Number residence card 2026

Japan is merging the Residence Card and My Number Card into one integrated document. Healthcare is moving to My Number check-in. What every foreign resident needs to know and do in 2026.

Posted on April 18, 2026April 17, 2026

Japan International Flights Are Getting More Expensive in 2026 — Here’s Why and What to Do

Japan international flights expensive 2026

JAL and ANA are nearly doubling fuel surcharges on international flights from June 2026. Europe and North America routes rising to ¥50,000–55,000 per ticket. Book before May 31 to lock in current rates.

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