🇯🇵 Japan
Tokyo and Osaka: visas, housing, language
Japan needs a planned visa track and patience with language/bureaucracy. Infrastructure and safety are strong points.
At a glance
Capital: Tokyo
Language: Japanese (limited English)
Currency: Yen (JPY)
Guide sections
- Visa and legal stay - Entry, residence, extensions
- Housing - Rent, areas, contracts
- Cost of living - Monthly budget
- Work and internet - Remote work, coworkings, connectivity
- Banking and money - Accounts, cards, transfers
- Healthcare - Insurance, clinics
- Transport - City and intercity
- Community - Expats, chats, networking
- Before you arrive - Relocation checklist