Erik Chan, Tokyo, Japan
From leaving Canada at 13 to building a life in Tokyo, Erik shares how two decades abroad inspired him to create PrettyFluent…
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Public Baths and Onsens in Japan: Tips for First-Time Expat Visitors
Imagine sinking into a warm, soothing bath surrounded by picturesque landscapes, feeling every ounce of your stress melt away. Japan offers this…
Read more →Japan – Eye Care
Japan offers widely accessible and generally high-quality eye care. The approach differs considerably from countries where optometry exists as a standalone regulated…
Read more →Japan – End of Life Issues
Japan operates a comprehensive end-of-life care framework backed by universal public health insurance, which extends coverage to hospice and palliative services delivered…
Read more →Japan – Air Travel
Japan operates a sophisticated and highly connected aviation system, both domestically and internationally. The two flagship full-service carriers — Japan Airlines (JAL)…
Read more →Japan – Landlines and Mobile Phones
Japan boasts one of the world’s most advanced telecommunications networks, with comprehensive landline and mobile coverage available throughout the country. The national…
Read more →Japan – Visas
Relocating to Japan demands thorough preparation, particularly when it comes to navigating its well-defined visa framework. Citizens of approximately 70 nations may…
Read more →Japan – Selling Property
For foreign owners, selling property in Japan is a well-defined and navigable process that operates under the same legal framework as sales…
Read more →Japan – Buying Property
Foreign nationals are free to purchase and hold property in Japan — land and buildings alike — without any restrictions based on…
Read more →Japan – Work Permits and Working Legally
Before taking up any employment in Japan, the vast majority of foreign nationals must hold a valid work visa — formally referred…
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