Too late to file 2020 taxes?
During the height of covid (early 2021), I was in the process of leaving Japan under time pressure…
UK pension changes from 2026
Very sad news for my fellow British expats – the frankly fantastic deal for those eligible for Class…
Good travel insurance options while setting up NHI?
I just learned that I can't use our Airbnb to register with NHI. We'll be in the Airbnb…
Resona/Risona business account and incoming foreign transfers PSA: You must subscribe to “Web Service” to continue receiving foreign transfers!
I have a Resona business account and along with the "Business Direct" package have been able to receive…
Housing Loan, PR, can’t speak Japanese
Hi everyone. I am exploring options for a housing loan in Tokyo and would appreciate insights from anyone…
Inheritance tax on a Japanese national receiving an inheritance from an unrelated foreign national+resident
Scenario: I am a US citizen and resident. I have never resided in Japan (my domicile/住所 has never…
Weekly Off-Topic Thread – 26 November 2025
Welcome to the weekly Off-Topic Questions Thread (questions on any topic are welcome). Check out the ★ Wiki…
Ideal planning & approach to investing in stocks as a US person?
Context: Moving to Japan in 2026 for the long haul. Investments in a Roth IRA, tIRA, 401k (current…
Safest option to keep savings up with inflation
Which is the safest option to stop my savings from devaluation due to inflation? I have around 10…
English-speaking accountants for 合同会社 that use freee?
I use freee for my 合同会社 and I'm looking for an accountant to help me with bookkeeping. Normally…
Question about Nisa
Is this the page where you can add extra fund to put in your monthly tsumitate nisa? by…
Diversifying NISA brokerage accounts between spouses
Hi all, I am considering opening a NISA account for my spouse, who does not have it. I…