What accounts do I need?
Hello! Just turned 22 recently and I know basically nothing. Started working and saving though to hopefully set…
Selecting a NISA Provider
Based on the posts here, it seems that there are some disadvantages to the Interactive Brokers NISA account,…
NISA help
How did you guys start NISA? Trying to learn how to invest since I plan on staying here…
How long after starting work to apply for a high-limit credit card?
Hello! I moved to Japan at the beginning of this year under a spouse visa. I was unemployed…
Us
I am considering transferring a larger sum of USD to JPY, but I am unsure about the timing.…
Rakuten Card showing ¥0 available but I should still have some limit left?
Hi everyone, I just checked my Rakuten Card app and it shows: • ご利用可能額 (available amount): ¥0 The…
Weekly Off-Topic Thread – 27 August 2025
Why you should use r/JapanFinance's Weekly Off-Topic Questions Thread instead of asking ChatGPT, according to ChatGPT: Community Expertise…
Late residence tax/pension – possibly moving back
Hi everyone, I’d appreciate your kind and helpful answers to my query, if possible. I left Japan last…
Is there any case where opening a taxable account (say in rakuten sec) make sense while the NISA(in SBI) limit is no where close.
The question might not make sense, suppose if I want to try my luck in day trading with…
Business Manager visa and working as both CEO and employee
Hi everyone, I’d like to ask for advice from people who have experience with the Business Manager (経営・管理)…
ETF vs Mutual Fund for Americans (related to IBSJ new NISA offering)
Hi all. I searched previous posts and the wiki but was unable to find any information, so sorry…
Deduction on Sale of Property and Mortgage Deduction?
Okay, so I bought and moved into a new house in June 2023. I have taken advantage of…