Inkan and Hanko, equivalent to signatures in Japan, are generally required when signing for agreement, application, and consent. Amid the digital t...

Convenience store is really convenient in Japan In Japan, convenience stores are at every corner, more than in any other country. Known in Japanes...

Changing Visa Types How to change your visa type The activities permitted for foreign nationals who reside in Japan are determined based on the ty...

Recently, more foreign investors possess real estate in Japan. From rental offices to accommodation facilities, stores, and houses, various types o...

Visa Renewal Work visa (medium-term residence qualification) renewal procedure Foreign nationals who have received a resident status qualification...

Types of Visas for Family Members (Family Residence Status) What visas allow family members to live in Japan? Foreign nationals with medium- to ...

Opening a Bank Account in Japan Required processes for opening a bank account For foreign nationals to open bank accounts in Japan, they are req...

Do you know what foreign tourists often ask the tour guide while in Japan? - Why people having tattoos may be denied to enter Onsen(hot springs) ba...

Acquiring a Cell Phone Necessary procedures for a cell phone contract When a medium- to long-term foreign resident in Japan enters into a contrac...

Procedures at the Ward Office for Moving Required procedures when changing address: “moving out” and “moving in” When medium- to long-term residen...