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Relocating to Japan
Japan stands third in world economies and has the second largest stock market in the world. People relocating to Japan are considerably less. With prior knowledge about the country and its culture, relocating to Japan can be made a less daunting task.
Visa Processing
First of all to enter the country, you will need to possess a valid Visa. The Japanese Visa is called ‘Sasho’. The following documents are necessary for applying for a Visa:
- Valid Passport
- Form 1 C - Visa Application Form
- 2 x 2 Photograph
- Original and one photocopy of Certificate of eligibility called Zairyu Shikaku nintei someishu obtained from Immigration Bureau of Ministry of Justice in Japan.
- Bank statements showing enough funds.
Accommodation
Once you are thorough with visa processing, you need do sufficient research to find a place to stay. Finding a house in Japan is not an easy task. The cost of living in Japan is high.
Shipment
The cost of shipment to Japan may be reasonable, but the cost of shipping goods home is high. Try to keep the shipment less to avoid paying high costs. Check out the items that are not allowed to be shipped. Vehicles can be imported provided they meet the safety standards prescribed by the Japanese government.
On Arrival to Japan
On reaching Japan, you must be able to produce the necessary documents to the customs officer at the airport. Some of the papers that may be asked are passport of all the family members, visas, list of items carried with the total value of assets, list of items to be arriving etc.
Once settled you must apply for alien registration which is also called foreign resident registration. This is a must for all those who plan to stay above 90 days. You will need two photographs and your signature for applying for the registration. Once registered, you will get a foreign resident registration card with all your personal details. You must carry the card all the time you go out as you may be asked to show it anytime.
The majority of people in Japan speak Japanese. Hence on relocating to Japan, you must learn to speak Japanese. Find proper schools for your children. It may take time for children to adjust to the new environment.
Find out the shopping centers where you can shop for necessary items. You will find everything you need in the stores although the prices are high. Household items can be obtained at reasonable prices in recycle shops.
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