Easy Japan Life
A practical guide to living in Japan for foreign residents
Clear, practical information about procedures, healthcare, work, money and everyday life in Japan — available in Japanese, English and Vietnamese.
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Find the information you need based on your situation.
After arriving
in Japan
Essential procedures for your first days in Japan.
When you
get sick
How to find a hospital and use health insurance.
Government
procedures
Address registration, residence cards and certificates.
Taxes, pension
& insurance
Simple guidance on salary, taxes and social insurance.
Finding work
& working
Jobs, employment contracts and side work.
Everyday life
rules
Garbage, housing and everyday manners.
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Useful topics for everyday life in Japan.
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🧳 First things to do after arriving in Japan
Register your address
Health insurance
Bank account
Mobile phone
Life rules
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📣 Latest & updated
- Health insurance guide updated
- How to find and book a hospital
- Side jobs for foreign residents
- New arrival guide
About this site
EasyJapanLife brings together practical information to help foreign residents live confidently in Japan.
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