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Tag: Japan Survival Guide

Japan Survival Guide — essential tips, apps, and knowledge for foreigners navigating life in Japan. Banking, bureaucracy, transport, healthcare, and daily life explained clearly.

Posted on July 8, 2026July 8, 2026

SMBC Olive Japan Guide 2026: The All-in-One Bank Account for Expats (+ Free ¥1,000)

SMBC Olive Japan Guide 2026 The All-in-One Bank Account for Expats

SMBC Olive is the all-in-one bank account + Visa card every expat in Japan should have in 2026. Open it with referral code FF67062-8762991 and get ¥1,000 in V Points — full step-by-step guide.

Posted on July 8, 2026July 8, 2026

三井住友銀行 Olive 開戶完整攻略 2026|輸入推薦碼免費拿 1,000 円 V POINT(在日台灣人必看)

三井住友銀行 Olive 開戶完整攻略 2026|輸入推薦碼免費拿 1,000 円 V POINT(在日台灣人必看)

三井住友銀行 Olive 把銀行帳戶、信用卡、簽帳卡、V POINT 全部整合在一張卡、一個 App。2026 年開戶輸入推薦碼 FF67062-8762991,入金 1 萬円就送 1,000 円相當 V POINT。在日台灣人開戶條件、步驟、注意事項一次看懂!

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 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 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.

Posted on April 10, 2026May 23, 2026

How Does Healthcare Work in Japan for Foreigners? (Complete 2026 Guide)

How Does Healthcare Work in Japan for Foreigners? (Complete 2026 Guide)

Do foreigners get healthcare in Japan? Is it free? How much does a doctor visit cost? Complete guide to Japan's health insurance system for expats and tourists - real costs, registration steps, and English resources.

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