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How to Join National Health Insurance in Japan: Eligibility, 14-Day Deadline, Documents & My Number
A practical guide to joining Japan’s National Health Insurance, including eligibility, the 14-day deadline, documents, My Number, premiums and what to do when your status changes. Read guide →
How to Get a My Number Card in Japan: Application, Pickup, PINs & Foreign-Resident Rules
Apply for a My Number Card in Japan correctly: application form, photo, smartphone application, pickup documents, PINs, validity, address changes and 2026 foreign-resident card rules. Read guide →
How to Register Your Address in Japan: 14-Day Rule, City Hall, Residence Card & My Number
Register or change your address in Japan correctly: the 14-day rule, municipal office procedures, residence card, My Number, moving between municipalities and 2026 card changes. Read guide →
Moving-Out Costs in Japan: Deposit Deductions, Cleaning, Damage & Final Settlement
Understand moving-out costs in Japan: notice-period rent, cleaning clauses, restoration charges, deposit deductions, key return, inspections and how to challenge unclear bills. Read guide →
Apartment Renewal Fees in Japan: Renewal Costs, Lease Types & Deadlines
A practical guide to apartment renewal in Japan: renewal fees, ordinary vs fixed-term leases, guarantor and insurance charges, deadlines, rent changes, and how to decide whether to renew or move. Read guide →
How to Pay Rent in Japan: Payment Methods, Due Dates & What to Do If Payment Fails
A practical guide to paying rent in Japan, from automatic bank withdrawal and bank transfers to guarantor-company collection, due dates, failed payments, records, and move-out timing. Read guide →
Guarantors in Japan: Personal Guarantor, Guarantor Company & Emergency Contact Explained
Understand guarantors when renting in Japan: personal guarantors, rent-guarantee companies, emergency contacts, screening, fees, legal limits and what to check before signing. Read guide →
Initial Costs When Renting in Japan: Deposits, Key Money, Fees & Budget Checklist
Understand the upfront costs of renting an apartment in Japan, including deposits, key money, prepaid rent, agency fees, guarantor fees, insurance and move-in charges. Read guide →
How to Rent an Apartment in Japan: Application, Screening, Contract & Move-In
A practical 2026 guide to renting an apartment in Japan after you choose a room, covering the application, screening, guarantors, contract checks, initial payment, keys, and move-in. Read guide →
How to Find an Apartment in Japan: Search, Costs, Agents & Viewings
A practical 2026 guide for foreign residents on finding an apartment in Japan, from budget and area selection to agents, documents, viewings, costs, and screening readiness. Read guide →
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