What is juminzei? How much is the residential tax in Japan? How do I pay it? Read on for a simple guide to the resident tax in Japan.
Quitting A Job In Japan: What You Need To Know
Quitting a job in Japan? Read on for a short guide on the procedure and the documents you will need from your employer.
3 amazing places to enjoy plum blossoms in Tokyo
If you’re in Japan at the end of February, you’ll find plum trees in full bloom. Here are the 3 best spots to enjoy plum blossoms in Tokyo.
Furusato Nozei – Fall In Love With Paying Taxes In Japan
Explore Japan through the Furusato Nozei scheme. Learn more about the program, what rewards you can get and how to go about paying your taxes
Best parks for families near Tokyo: Forest for the 21st Century
Looking for a spacious park in Tokyo to get in touch with nature and relax with your family? Forest for the 21st Century is the place for you!
Best parks for families in Tokyo: Mizumoto Park
Looking for a spacious park in Tokyo to relax with your family? Mizumoto Koen is the place for you! With large meadows, wooded areas, shady ponds and quite a sizeable lake, Mizumoto Park is the place to go for some quality family time in nature.
Gensenchoshuhyou: How to read Japanese withholding tax slip
So you have received gensenchoshuhyou (源泉徴収票) from your employer. But… it’s all in Japanese! Here is how to read the Japanese withholding tax slip.
Free cancer screening for foreign residents in Japan
Did you know that foreign residents are also eligible to receive free or discounted cancer screening in Japan? Read on for more details.
Sick pay in Japan (Shoubyouteate): How to apply
Unable to work due to sickness or injury? You could get 2/3 of your salary via Japan’s Injury and Sickness Allowance (傷病手当, shoubyouteate). Read on for a short introduction to this insurance and learn how to apply.
How to print out official certificates at convenience stores
Need a juminhyo but don’t want to wait in line at the city office? Printing out at convenience stores may be the solution for you! Learn how to do it with My Number card.