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Japan’s Gasoline Price Cap 2026: Why Pump Prices Are Staying Near ¥170/Liter
Gasoline in Japan should be a lot more expensive right now given global oil prices — it isn't, because the government is spending reserve funds to hold the national average near ¥170/liter. Here's what's actually happening and what it means for your budget.
Japan’s Paper Health Insurance Card Is Gone: What Every Foreign Resident Must Do (2026)
Japan's paper health insurance card is no longer accepted as of August 2026. Here's exactly how foreign residents get a Myna Hokensho or Shikaku Kakuninsho — and how to fix the name-mismatch problem that trips up so many of us.
Japan’s ¥324 Billion Fraud Warning (2026): The Financial Scams Every Foreign Resident Should Know
Japan's National Police Agency logged ¥324.1 billion in fraud losses in its latest annual figures — fake police calls, social media investment schemes, and romance scams. Here's how these actually work and how foreign residents can avoid becoming a statistic.
Trip.com para Latinos en Japón (2026): Código RXFS8L y Descuentos para Nuevos Usuarios
Trip.com es la forma más fácil para los latinos en Japón de reservar hoteles, vuelos y trenes bala en español. Así funciona, y así el código RXFS8L te da descuentos de nuevo usuario.
Japan’s Food Tax Cut to 1% (2027): What Foreign Residents Need to Know Now
Japan's Cabinet has approved cutting the consumption tax on food from 8% to 1% for two years starting April 2027. Here's exactly what's been decided, what still needs Diet approval, and how residents can save on groceries right now.
Tokyo EV & Hybrid Subsidies 2026: Up to ¥1.3M+ Back on Your Next Car
Tokyo is subsidizing electric and hybrid vehicle purchases by up to ¥1.3 million per car — and it stacks with national subsidies. Here's who qualifies, how much you can actually get back, and how to apply.
Tokyo Nightlife Warning 2026: Drink-Spiking & Credit Card Fraud in Kabukicho, Roppongi & Shibuya
UK officials have issued a warning about drink-spiking and credit card fraud targeting visitors in Tokyo's Kabukicho, Roppongi, Shibuya, and Ikebukuro nightlife districts. Here's exactly how the scam works and how to protect yourself and your guests.