Procedures after Arrival/ During Your Stay

Immigration Procedures

Japanese law stipulates that non-Japanese staying for a mid-to-long term in Ja...(Read more)

Housing

It is important for international researchers to secure comfortable housing th...(Read more)

Enrollment in National/Social Health Insurance and Pension

Health Insurance Japan has a health insurance program to alleviate the person...(Read more)

Opening a Bank Account

To receive your salary and travel expenses, you will need a Japanese bank acco...(Read more)

Residence Card and Resident Registration at Local Municipality

Residence Card A Residence Card will be issued for foreign residents who stay...(Read more)