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Japan Driving License Test ー How to Get a Driving License in Japan
In Japan, the driving license test can be taken by both Japanese and foreigners with a resident status. A lot of people that come to Japan to settle, or just want to be able to drive their own car while in Japan, don’t know how to get a Japanese Driver’s license. There are two ways.…
Read MoreCredit Card in Japan for Foreigners: How to choose and apply
If you have gone past getting a phone number and a bank account, then it’s time to get a credit card! We’ll help you choose the best credit card in Japan for foreigners and apply for one. Having a credit card in Japan helps with, especially, online shopping. If you’re also thinking of moving to…
Read MoreHow to Go to the Doctor in Japan
Every foreigner in Japan has struggled or even avoided going to the doctor because of the language barrier or of not understanding the system. Thinking of that, we want to help you navigate through the National Health Insurance in Japan and going to the Doctor. First things first. Japan has universal healthcare, meaning everyone residing…
Read MoreTypes of Employment Contracts in Japan
You might not know this but, there are big differences in working conditions between employment contracts in Japan. Some of them guarantee employee rights and benefits while others don’t even have an employee-employer link. Having a job in Japan is already complicated by itself, but trying to understand the bureaucracy behind it is even more…
Read MoreWhat Can I Do in a Konbini? – Services offered by Japanese convenience stores
The Japanese konbini are known worldwide for their convenience and number across Japan. For tourists, they’re known for the cheap food and drinks but for residents, they mean much more. Almost every day, even though I shouldn’t, I go by a konbini at least once. Not only to buy something to eat or drink…
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