Japan's visa renewal fee rose to as much as ¥75,000 and the permanent residency fee to ¥200,000 on October 1, 2026. See what changed and how to prepare.

A clear breakdown of move-in costs when renting in Japan: deposit, key money, advance rent, agency fee, insurance and guarantor fees, plus hidden fees to watch for.

How to spot rental scams in Japan, plus 7 common problems foreigners face when renting an apartment: trash rules, guarantor screening, move-in and cleaning fees.