When international families live in Japan

International families must reconcile multiple values, including language, culture, school, and relationships with extended family.

This page not only provides general information, but also organizes the order and points to check when actually preparing. For people coming to Japan from overseas, it is important to proceed with plenty of time, as each procedure can take time due to differences in language and systems.

discuss home language

Decide on the language of conversation with your child.

Conditions vary depending on the person and company. The most efficient way to proceed is to organize your purpose, timing, budget, and necessary language support, and then check only the parts you don't understand with a specialist.

share cultural events

We respect both cultures.

Conditions vary depending on the person and company. The most efficient way to proceed is to organize your purpose, timing, budget, and necessary language support, and then check only the parts you don't understand with a specialist.

Align school policies

Share your academic policy with your family.

When considering the lifestyle of not only the person but also the entire family, the place they live and how they spend their time will also change. It will be easier to reduce the burden after daily life if you use the facilities that you frequently use and the trips you make every day as your criteria.

Consider distance from relatives

Think about returning home and ways to support them.

Conditions vary depending on the person and company. The most efficient way to proceed is to organize your purpose, timing, budget, and necessary language support, and then check only the parts you don't understand with a specialist.

don't seek one correct answer

Find a method that suits each family.

Conditions vary depending on the person and company. The most efficient way to proceed is to organize your purpose, timing, budget, and necessary language support, and then check only the parts you don't understand with a specialist.

Share priorities at family meetings

When migrating or living for a long time, if only one person has the information, the burden will be uneven on the family. Share with your family what has been decided and what hasn't been decided about school, housing, work, medical care, and budget. It will be easier to adapt if you listen to your child's wishes depending on their age and review them regularly after they start living together.

Think not only about your life in Japan but also about your future.

The way you choose schools and housing will depend on whether you plan to leave Japan in a few years or are planning to settle down for a long time. If you consider the possibility of future education, job changes, and returning to your home country, you will be able to see the flexibility necessary for your current choices.

What I would like you to tell me when consulting with JCBO

If you would like to consult individually about ``When international families live in Japan'', please let us know your current situation, desired time, location, budget, what has already been decided, and what has not yet been decided. JCBO organizes the consultation contents and guides you through what can be resolved with general information and what needs to be dealt with by corporate services or qualified experts.