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  • Moving to Japan: Ken Explains 2026 Move-in Costs, Nina Unveils Digital Traps, and UR Housing Secrets

    Moving to Japan: Ken Explains 2026 Move-in Costs, Nina Unveils Digital Traps, and UR Housing Secrets
    2026/04/22
    In this episode of Moving to Japan, Ken and Nina dissect the brutal reality of the 2026 rental market where a simple 1K in Nakano now commands 115,000 Yen. Nina shares her frustration with Smart-Move AI apps that hide mandatory junk fees like anti-bacterial sprays and disaster kits behind a sleek digital interface. Ken breaks down why relocating to Japan still involves archaic costs like Reikin and the complex Kyokudogaku guarantor laws that often block foreign residents. They expose the predatory Double Cleaning Fee trap hidden within modern IT Jusetsu digital contracts and explain how to negotiate brokerage fees down by half. Whether you are currently working in Japan or arriving on a digital nomad visa, this guide offers essential survival tactics for your housing search. Learn why UR Housing remains the best cheat code for living in Japan without losing your life savings to a move-in tax. This deep dive is mandatory listening for any japan expat looking to navigate the 2026 housing crisis and secure their japan visa residency with confidence. #movingtojapan #tokyohousing #japanexpat #livinginjapan #urhousing

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    9 分
  • Moving to Japan: Reveals 7,700 Yen Referral Fees, Mandatory My Number Card Integration, and Gogaku Ryoyohi Expense Caps

    Moving to Japan: Reveals 7,700 Yen Referral Fees, Mandatory My Number Card Integration, and Gogaku Ryoyohi Expense Caps
    2026/04/21
    In this episode of Moving to Japan, Ken and Nina break down the essential rules of the Japanese healthcare system as of April 2026. Nina shares her costly 7,700-yen mistake after visiting a large university hospital without a referral letter, highlighting why understanding the hierarchy between clinics and hospitals is vital for anyone moving to japan. We dive into the now-mandatory My Number Card health ID system and how the Myna-Portal tracks prescriptions to prevent medical errors. For those living in japan or relocating to japan, we explain the Gogaku Ryoyohi benefit, a life-saving system that caps monthly medical expenses to prevent financial ruin. The hosts also provide a practical guide to using the Navii search tool for finding English-speaking doctors while managing the 'receptionist hurdle.' Whether you are currently working in japan or just arrived, this guide ensures you navigate clinics without getting lost in translation. #MovingToJapan #JapanExpat #HealthcareInJapan #MyNumberCard #GogakuRyoyohi

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    9 分
  • Moving to Japan: Explores Digital Nomad Six-Month Cliffs, J-Find Visa Leapfrogging, and the Rirekisho Resume Formatting Struggle

    Moving to Japan: Explores Digital Nomad Six-Month Cliffs, J-Find Visa Leapfrogging, and the Rirekisho Resume Formatting Struggle
    2026/04/20
    Moving to Japan navigates the post-cherry blossom reality of April 2026 as Ken and Nina break down the "Six-Month Cliff" facing Digital Nomad Visa holders. Are you prepared for the transition from a temporary designated activities status to a long-term residency before your initial six months expire? This episode explores the "Visa Leapfrog" strategy using the J-Find visa and reveals why a standard American resume leads to instant rejection in the 2026 tech scene. Ken explains the shift to digital Certificates of Eligibility (COE) while Nina recounts her traumatic experience with Japanese guarantor companies and the "boss fight" of Tokyo housing. From the necessity of the Reiwa-era Rirekisho to the unexpected power of a 100-yen Hanko, we uncover the cultural friction points often missed by new arrivals. Whether you are moving to Japan or already living in Japan, understanding these digital-era hurdles is essential for any successful relocating to Japan process. Join us as we bridge the gap between high-tech systems and traditional expectations for every japan expat currently working in japan. #japanvisa #livinginjapan #digitalnomadjapan #tokyolife #movetojapan

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    8 分