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Living in Japan can be a unique and exciting experience for foreigners. Japanese society is generally welcoming of foreigners, and there are many events and group activities available for expats to enjoy. To live and work in Japan, foreigners must obtain a work permit and visa, which requires a job offer from a Japanese company and a Certificate of Eligibility. Japan has close to 30 different work permits and long-term visas based on your job and reason for moving to Japan. Start looking for affordable places work or live, or join events to get to know the community.

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Finding affordable living space for foreigners is possible in Japan - you just need to know where to look

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A good working place is essential in supporting what you do – find affordable locations with good wifi and facilities that suit your working needs.

How to live like a local on a budget?

Living in Japan as a foreigner offers life in a fascinating country that combines the busy, modern, and exciting cities of places like Tokyo and Osaka with the historical and traditional rural countrysides of Kyoto and Matsumoto.

Japan has a unique system and way of life that are nothing like those of any other country, but foreigners do not need to fit within Japanese standards. You might face some inconveniences at some point during your stay in Japan, but with time and effort, you can adapt to the Japanese way of life and enjoy living like a local in Japan. Here are some things to do and places to check out for authentic experiences to live like a local.

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