Best Apps for Living in Japan [2026]
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Japan Dev's curated list of 20 essential apps for foreign residents: transport (Yahoo!乗換), maps, translation, payments, healthcare, and delivery.
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Jun 9, 2026 · Wise sends money abroad at the mid-market exchange rate, which is usually far cheaper than a bank. This guide walks foreign residents in Japan through sign-up, identity verification, funding and the first transfer, with fee examples.
Jun 20, 2026 · Wise works with most major Japanese banks including SMBC, MUFG, Mizuho, Japan Post Bank, and many regional banks. You simply initiate a domestic yen transfer to the Wise receiving account from your bank’s app, ATM, or counter.
Jun 2, 2026 · How to register your address at the ward office in Japan as a foreign resident — what to bring, the 14-day deadline, what you receive, and what to do when you move.
May 12, 2026 · Learn how to complete ward office registration (jūminhyō) in Japan as a foreigner — what documents you need, how to register your address, and why it matters for daily life.
May 30, 2026 · Quick answer: This guide explains Useful Apps for Living in Japan as a Foreigner and the practical housing context foreign residents should know when planning life in Japan. A practical app checklist for trains, language, delivery.
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