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[Fee Comparison] Top 4 Money Transfer Services from Japan: Wise, SBI Remit, Revolut, Bank Transfer
Don't lose money on "hidden exchange fees." We simulated sending 100,000 JPY from Japan using Wise, SBI Remit, Revolut, and banks. Based on 2025 data, here is the cheapest and fastest way to send your salary home.
【Ends Mar 2026】Not Earning d POINTS on Amazon? The "¥5,000 Wall" Strategy & 10th Anniversary Roulette Guide
【For Foreign Residents】Discover why you're getting "zero points" on Amazon due to the hidden ¥5,000 rule. We cover the strategy for the d POINT 10th Anniversary Roulette (ending March 2026), how to break through the SMS verification wall (no 050 numbers), and a secret trick to use up every single point before leaving Japan.
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[2026 Edition] Ultimate PayPay Guide: Registration & eKYC Hacks for Foreigners + 30% Cashback Campaign
Updated for 2026! A complete guide to PayPay's max 30% cashback campaign and eKYC registration hacks for foreigners. We cover app-free Alipay+ usage for travelers, plus middle name solutions and SMS-capable SIM selection (Rakuten Mobile/Mobal) for residents.
Nenmatsu Chosei vs. Kakutei Shinkoku: The Complete Tax Guide for Foreigners in Japan
Nenmatsu Chosei vs. Kakutei Shinkoku: Which one do you need? A complete guide for foreign employees on forms, deadlines, and how to get your tax refund (often ¥100,000+).
【2026】Furusato Nozei Guide for Foreigners: Lower Residence Tax & Get Rakuten Points
A complete guide on how foreigners can do 'Furusato Nozei'. Use Rakuten to effectively pay just ¥2,000 to lower your Residence Tax and get rice or meat. Covers visa impact and the Dec 31st deadline.
How to Get Your Full Japanese Pension Refund When Leaving (¥300,000-500,000 Average)
Complete guide for foreigners leaving Japan to claim their full pension refund. Learn how to recover the "missing 20%" that most people abandon—including tax refund procedures and appointing a tax representative.
Residence Tax in Japan: Why Your Paycheck Shrinks in Year 2 & The "Leaving Japan" Trap
Residence Tax in Japan is paid in "arrears." Why does your take-home pay decrease from June of your second year? What is the "January 1st Rule" that can cost you hundreds of thousands of yen when leaving? Understand the system to avoid unpaid taxes and visa trouble. We also explain the "Furusato Nozei" trick to get gifts for effectively 2,000 yen.
Cost of Living in Tokyo 2026: Monthly Breakdown & Money-Saving Hacks
The estimated cost of living for a single person in Tokyo in 2025 ranges from ¥140,000 to ¥250,000 per month. This guide breaks down rent averages, winter utility spikes, and food inflation, while exposing the "Year 2 Residence Tax" trap and high initial move-in costs. Learn how to lower your fixed costs and save money.
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[Dec 2026 Update] Is the Rakuten Ecosystem Dead? 5 New Rules to Save ¥30,000/Year After the "Nerf"
Did the October 2025 regulations kill the "Rakuten Ecosystem"? The answer is No. We explain the complex new rules for SPU and Furusato Nozei. Here are the "5 New Iron Rules" for foreign residents to survive the changes and still cut annual living costs by over ¥30,000.
Cashless Japan 2026: PayPay vs. Rakuten Pay - Which App Should You Download?
There are dozens of payment apps in Japan, but you only need two: PayPay and Rakuten Pay. We explain why these two are essential, the "Foreign Credit Card Trap," and how to maximize your points to save money on daily life.
Get ¥20,000 Fast in Japan (2026): TikTok Lite + Rakuten Card Step-by-Step
[Japan phone number needed / Wi-Fi OFF / 10-day check-in] Detailed strategy to get ¥20,000. Avoid the 3 major traps where 50% fail and get rewards securely.
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[Until Dec 31] How to Do "Furusato Nozei" on Amazon: English Guide & Best Gifts (Rice, Meat, Daily Goods)
Gave up because "Rakuten is too complicated"? With Amazon, you can do Furusato Nozei in 3 minutes using your existing account. This English guide explains how to get rice and meat for effectively ¥2,000.