Living in Japan, made simpler

Clear, up-to-date guides on sending money home, getting a SIM, and opening a bank account in Japan.

Compare the cheapest and fastest ways to send money home from Japan — Wise, Remitly and more, with real fees and exchange rates.

How to get a SIM or mobile plan in Japan as a foreigner — no Japanese credit card needed, English support, prepaid options.

Which banks accept foreigners, what documents you need, and digital alternatives like Wise to hold and receive money in Japan.

Practical guides to visa, residence card, My Number, health insurance, tax and pension for foreigners in Japan.

How to rent an apartment in Japan as a foreigner — guarantor companies, share houses, initial costs and foreigner-friend...