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Month: <span>July 2026</span>
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How to Find an English-Speaking Clinic in Japan: Search & Visit Guide
Finding an English-speaking clinic in Japan means checking more than a website label. Use official search tools, choose the right medical department, confirm who can actually speak English, and prepare your insurance and medical… Read guide →
How to Call a Japanese Office or Company: Scripts, Etiquette & Tips
Calling a Japanese office, company, clinic or public counter is much easier when you prepare the official number, one clear goal and the key reference information. Use these practical scripts to open the call,… Read guide →
Lost Residence Card in Japan: 14-Day Reissue Guide
Lost or had your Japanese residence card stolen? Report it to the police, get the report reception number, and apply for reissuance at the responsible Regional Immigration Services Office within 14 days. This 2026… Read guide →
Resident Tax in Japan: Rules, Rates, June Bills & Payment Guide
Resident tax in Japan is based mainly on the previous calendar year's income and is usually assessed by the municipality connected to your January 1 address. This guide explains the 2026 timeline, standard tax… Read guide →
How to Use City Hall in Japan: Ward Office Procedures, Documents & Tips
City hall and ward offices handle many essential resident procedures in Japan. Learn how to find the right office, prepare documents, use the counter, handle moving and My Number updates, obtain certificates and avoid… Read guide →
How to Read Japanese Mail and Notices: Deadlines, Bills & Important Words
Japanese letters can look intimidating, but most can be triaged quickly. Learn how to identify the sender, deadline, payment, required action, suspicious requests and when to contact the issuing organization. Read guide →
How to Send Money from Japan Overseas: Fees, Banks, Wise & Safety
A practical 2026 guide for foreign residents sending money from Japan overseas, with current bank and online-transfer examples, fee comparison, My Number and identity requirements, large-transfer rules, scam prevention, and Wise as one option… Read guide →
What to Do When You Move in Japan: City Hall, My Number & Address Checklist
Moving in Japan involves more than changing your lease address. Use this practical checklist for city hall, residence cards, My Number, insurance, mail, utilities, vehicles and other address updates. Read guide →
How to Renew Your Visa in Japan: Extension Guide, Documents, Fees & Deadlines
A practical 2026 guide to extending your period of stay in Japan, including deadlines, documents, online applications, fees, pending-status rules, and new residence-card changes. Read guide →
Job Interview in Japan: Questions, Etiquette, Preparation & Work-Status Checks
A practical guide for foreign residents preparing for job interviews in Japan, covering research, answers, etiquette, online interviews, work-status questions, and follow-up. Read guide →
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