Life in Japan, first 30 days
From the time you arrive in Japan until the first month, we will organize the order in which you will start your life.
READ GUIDE →This is the gateway to practical information that answers the questions that foreigners have in Japan: ``What should I do about this?'' We will organize everything from living, working, business, real estate, travel, education, culture, and troubleshooting in an easy-to-understand manner from a foreigner's perspective.
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Basics for foreigners renting a room in Tokyo
What you need to know first, from finding a property to applying, signing a contract, and moving in.
READ GUIDE →Can foreigners buy real estate in Japan?
This is the entry point for organizing your purpose, funds, and usage method before thinking about purchasing.
READ GUIDE →Before foreign companies start business in Japan
Before establishing a corporation, we will organize what we want to achieve in Japan.
READ GUIDE →When foreign companies look for offices in Tokyo
We will consider the necessary locations based on your business plan and work style.
READ GUIDE →Things you need to know when visiting Tokyo for the first time
We'll summarize the basics of transportation, communications, payments, and when you're in trouble.
READ GUIDE →My second trip to Tokyo was to “travel as if I were living there”
Next to standard sightseeing, this is a way to get a little closer to everyday life in Japan.
READ GUIDE →If you forget or lose something in Tokyo
Before you panic, organize the last place you used and the route you took.
READ GUIDE →If you get sick while staying in Japan
Basics for determining the degree of emergency and finding the appropriate medical institution or consultation center.
READ GUIDE →Things to consider when moving to Tokyo with your family
Instead of separating housing, school, and work, we design them as one lifestyle.
READ GUIDE →How to prepare banks, mobile phones, and daily life infrastructure?
We will organize the services that form the basis of Japanese life, keeping in mind dependencies.
READ GUIDE →Basic guide for when you have trouble in Japan
This is the entry point for determining the next action depending on the situation, such as illness, loss, or disaster.
READ GUIDE →How much do you need each month to live in Tokyo?
A basic guide for thinking about fixed and variable costs for your entire life, not just rent.
READ GUIDE →How to prepare a mobile phone/SIM in Japan
Consider the means of communication you will need immediately after your arrival, depending on the length of your stay.
READ GUIDE →Basics when foreigners use banks in Japan
In addition to opening an account, we will organize the connections between remittances, payments, and daily life.
READ GUIDE →Japanese business customs that foreign managers should know
An entryway to understanding not only the system but also the differences in business negotiations, decision-making, and trust-building.
READ GUIDE →Things to consider when hiring foreign personnel in Japan
We consider not only recruitment, but also employment, living, and retention as one process.
READ GUIDE →Things foreign companies should consider before opening a store in Japan
An entry point for organizing location, property, permits, management, and human resources at the same time.
READ GUIDE →When foreigners choose an area to live in Tokyo
A guide to help you choose a place to live based on your own living conditions rather than a famous city.
READ GUIDE →Introduction to Japanese real estate investment for overseas investors
Basics for thinking not only about property prices, but also about profits, management, taxes, and exit.
READ GUIDE →When staying in Tokyo for 1 week to 1 month
Prepare for a stay that is a little longer than a sightseeing trip, from a perspective closer to daily life.
READ GUIDE →Japanese convenience store usage guide for foreign travelers
Basics for safely using convenient services that support your daily life while traveling.
READ GUIDE →When foreign families choose schools in Japan
In addition to choosing the type of school, families also consider language, commuting, and future plans.
READ GUIDE →If you encounter an earthquake in Japan
The basics of disaster prevention that travelers and foreign residents should know during normal times.
READ GUIDE →Checklist before moving to Japan
Organize what you can prepare before coming to Japan to reduce confusion after you arrive.
READ GUIDE →Basics of using Tokyo trains and subways in daily life
You will understand transportation in Tokyo not only from the perspective of sightseeing, but also from the perspective of commuting to work, school, and daily transportation.
READ GUIDE →When foreign residents use Japanese medical care
Medical information that you should check on a daily basis, from daily visits to emergencies.
READ GUIDE →Should I buy it in Tokyo? borrow? Choosing a residence for foreigners
An entry point for comparing buying and renting based on length of stay, funds, and future plans.
READ GUIDE →When overseas customers search for luxury homes in Tokyo
Points to check other than price when looking for a home in Minato Ward, Shibuya Ward, etc.
READ GUIDE →When companies expanding into Japan think about banks and payments
We will organize how to manage funds and prepare payment methods before and after creating a company.
READ GUIDE →Checklist for entering the Japanese market
From market research to bases, human resources, and experts, we will make a list of the items you want to check before moving in.
READ GUIDE →How to form a partnership with a Japanese company
Basics for overseas companies to proceed with alliances, sales, and joint ventures with Japanese companies.
READ GUIDE →Life planning for foreigners living and working in Tokyo
Rather than thinking about work and housing separately, consider commuting, living expenses, and time as a single design.
READ GUIDE →Compare residential areas in Tokyo such as Minato Ward, Shibuya Ward, Shinjuku Ward, etc.
We will compare areas that are popular with foreigners based on living conditions rather than brands.
READ GUIDE →Daily rules that foreigners find confusing in Japan
So that you don't have to worry about something you didn't know, we'll summarize the differences that you often encounter in your travels and daily life.
READ GUIDE →Next step for Japanese repeat customers
For people who have expanded their interest in long-term stays, lifestyle, investment, and business after their second or third visit to Japan.
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