Banking in Japan 2026: opening an account as a foreigner
Banking in Japan 2026: Open a yen account once you have a residence card and address — My… 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 does have a digital nomad visa — a strict six-month, non-renewable Designated… 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
How to retire in Japan in 2026: the long-stay Designated Activities visa and its 30… more
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Japan residency & tax 2026: residence tiers, how to apply & cost
How Japan taxes residents in 2026 — the non-permanent vs permanent resident tiers, who… 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)
Does Japan allow dual citizenship in 2026? Officially no — dual nationals are expected to… more
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