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[2026 Edition] How to Open a Bank Account in Japan for Foreigners, Required Documents, and Recommended Bank Comparison

Opening a bank account in Japan as a foreigner: A comprehensive guide. Banks where you can open an account with your residence card, required documents, the reality of the 6-month rule, and a comparison of Japan Post Bank, major banks, and online banks.
2026.07.01
Various procedures
Administration, Taxes, Insurance

Electricity and Gas Price Support for Summer 2026 Starts July 1st | Automatic Discount with No Procedures Required

Summer electricity and gas price support begins on July 1, 2026. This will reduce the burden by approximately 5,000 yen for three months for a standard household, with no procedures required as the discount will be applied automatically. Foreign households living in Japan are also eligible.
2026.07.01
Administration, Taxes, Insurance
Various procedures

Foreigner's Mobile Phone (Smartphone) Contract Guide: What You Can Do with a Residence Card, Budget SIM Comparison [2026 Edition]

How foreigners can contract a smartphone in Japan, explained in detail. SIMs available with Residence Cards, major carriers vs. budget SIMs, tips for passing the screening, and KakaoTalk usage for Koreans. (Within 120 characters)
2026.06.30
Various procedures
Administration, Taxes, Insurance

List of Administrative Procedures After Arriving in Japan | Resident Registration, My Number, National Health Insurance [For Foreigners]

List of administrative procedures foreigners should complete after arriving in Japan. Includes the 14-day rule for resident registration (moving-in notification), My Number, and National Health Insurance enrollment, explained clearly.
2026.06.29
Administration, Taxes, Insurance
Medical and Health

How to Use Japanese Hospitals | Health Insurance, First Visit Procedures, How to Explain Symptoms [Guide for Foreigners]

How foreigners access healthcare in Japan. Explains health insurance use, differences between clinics and general hospitals, the initial visit process, how to describe symptoms, and differences from the South Korean system.
2026.06.28
Medical and Health
Travel, shopping, gourmet food

Shopping Tips for Foreigners in Japan: How to Get Started with Tax-Free Shopping, Points, and Online Shopping [2026 Edition]

How foreigners can shop smartly in Japan. Includes duty-free conditions, loyalty card usage, online shopping basics, and QR payment comparisons. Also covers KakaoPay for Koreans. (Within 120 characters)
2026.06.27
Travel, shopping, gourmet food