Life in Japan
Your First Month in Japan: A Practical Checklist
Residence card, bank account, phone and more — in the order you'll need them.
1531•Oct 4, 2026•-1 min read•-Mei Kobayashi
Mei Kobayashi
Culture writer · Kyoto
About Mei Kobayashi
Mei writes about Japanese customs, food and seasonal traditions for learners preparing to visit or move to Japan.