Banking in Japan 2026: opening an account as a foreigner
A residence card, a address and a local phone number unlock a yen account. Japan Post… more
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Japan
Everything we've published on living, banking and paying tax in Japan — the practical, country-specific guides, gathered so you can plan the whole move from one page.
Japan digital nomad visa 2026: requirements, tax & how to apply
Japan's digital nomad visa, launched 31 March 2024, needs ¥10 million a year and lasts… more
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Healthcare in Japan 2026: system, quality & insurance
Healthcare in Japan 2026: universal statutory insurance, a 30% copayment cap and… more
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International schools in Japan 2026: fees & curricula
International schools in Japan 2026: free public schools for resident children plus… more
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Retiring in Japan in 2026: visa, cost, healthcare & tax
Japan's Designated Activities long-stay visa needs 30 million yen in savings or 250,000… more
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Japan residency & tax 2026: residence tiers, how to apply & cost
Japan taxes by residence status: in their first five years, non-permanent residents pay… more
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Japan passport: visa-free countries & ranking (2026)
How many countries can Japan passport holders visit visa-free in 2026? Around ~188… more
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Does Japan allow dual citizenship? (2026)
Japan formally bans dual citizenship: you must choose one nationality by about age 22… more
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