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JETRO's guide covering incorporation types, legal requirements, visas, and free support services for foreign entrepreneurs entering Japan.
Major English-language job board for foreigners in Japan, covering teaching, tech, finance, retail, and bilingual roles.
Explains Japan's government-run free employment service, how to use it as a foreigner, and what it offers beyond job listings.
Official Urban Renaissance Agency page for non-Japanese residents — no key money, no guarantor, no agent fee.
Clear English-language explainer of the October 2023 qualified invoice (インボイス) system and its impact on B2B freelancers.
Official Japan Pension Service guide for foreign nationals claiming their pension contributions back after leaving Japan.
Tokyo Cheapo comparison of money transfer options (Wise, Revolut, bank wire) for sending money to and from Japan.
Large expat community platform with regular social events, activity groups, and networking for foreigners living in Tokyo.
Over 500 annual networking events and committee meetings for the international business community in Japan.
Official Tokyo Metropolitan Government page on enrolling foreign children in Tokyo public schools, in English.
Covers both parents' legal entitlements under Japanese employment law, including the April 2025 Post-Childbirth Leave Support Benefit.
Free 48-lesson beginner Japanese course from NHK World with video, audio, and downloadable PDFs in 18 languages.
Official JLPT site covering all five levels (N1–N5), test schedules, sample questions, and scoring.
15 hours ago · Tokyo International Friends & Events (TIFE) is Tokyo's largest international community — 35,000+ members from 69+ countries, founded in 2015. We host 50+ events every month: language exchanges, international parties, sports, karaoke.
Aug 10, 2026 · Learn how to Start a Sole Proprietorship in Japan. Step-by-step guide for registration, taxes, and legal tips to launch your business easily
Discover the top 8 essential apps for foreign residents in Japan—covering language, transport, navigation, and everyday life tools to simplify your stay.
Japan has one of the world's richest hobby cultures — with dedicated communities, specialist shops, and clubs for virtually every interest — and these communities are among the most effective paths for foreign residents to build genuine friendships.
May 25, 2026 - Going freelance in Japan as a foreigner is possible — but requires the right visa, business registration, and tax setup. Here's a complete guide.
Sep 8, 2026 · Start your Japanese learning journey with this comprehensive guide covering hiragana, katakana, kanji, grammar, and proven study methods.
Complete guide to finding rental housing in Japan as a foreigner 2025. Costs, requirements, neighborhoods, application process, and successful strategies.