ADSL There are two options for getting internet in Japan, and ADSL is one of them. ADSL has the advantage over fiber optic of being available immediately in most places in Japan. If you choose to get ADSL, you will have to sign up for a phone line through NTT, in addition to your contract […]
So you want to use the computers at work. Better yet, you want to type up a document on the work computer, but everything is in Japanese. For the most part, Word in Japanese is the same as Word in English. For those of you who are still getting used to Office 2007/2010, it can […]
Windows Vista, 7 Start > “Control Panel” > “Clock, Language, and Region”. Click “Change keyboards.” Check “Add” and select Japanese. Mac users Go to “System Preferences”. Choose “International”. Click the “input method” tab. Check “Kotoeri” (the name of the Japanese input method). Check the “hiragana” box. (You may check the other boxes if you wish, […]
What kind of computer do I need? First thing that you need to decide is whether to buy a Japanese or foreign made computer. Japanese models will come with a Japanese operating system and all of the programs (Word, etc.) will be in Japanese. If your Japanese skills are limited, you should probably consider getting […]
Whether you need to extend your period of stay or change your status of residence, at some point you will probably need to head over to one of the joint government buildings (合同庁舎) in Hyogo. You have two places to choose from: Kobe and Himeji. Osaka Immigration Bureau, Kobe Branch 大阪入国管理 局神戸支局 Hours: Weekdays 9:00-12:00, […]
What is your Period of Stay? Your period of stay should be written on your alien registration card or residence card. It is the period of time that you are legally allowed to live and work in Japan. Most JETs receive a three-year period of stay. Who needs to extend? If you are staying on […]
Note: The Alien Registration system was abolished in summer 2012 and has been replaced by a new Residency system. Please view the following Ministry of Justice pamphlet for more details: http://www.immi-moj.go.jp/newimmiact_1/pdf/NewResidencyManagementSystem-%28EN%29.pdf Re-entry permits are no longer necessary if you will be out of Japan for less than one year, either for holders of the old […]
If you need to renew your passport while you’ve been living in Japan, you must contact your local embassy or consulate. Some embassies and consulates can perform the entire process by mail, but others may require a visit. Once you have your new passport, you must visit the immigration office if any of the details […]
Note: The Alien Registration system was abolished in summer 2012 and has been replaced by a new Residency system. Please view the following Ministry of Justice pamphlet for more details: http://www.immi-moj.go.jp/newimmiact_1/pdf/NewResidencyManagementSystem-%28EN%29.pdf For most third year JETs, the last day on your visa is also your last day of work. That means that, unless you leave […]
This page provides a general overview and advice about getting married in Japan. The information is from a single JET’s experience. Your circumstances and situation may vary so be sure to check with the appropriate authorities to confirm all the documents/information you will need and what the procedures and rules are. Registering your Marriage To […]