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Year end and New year holiday
Our office will be closed from December 28th, Saturday to January 5th, Sunday. We will respond to any inquiries on January 6th, Monday. Please have a nice holiday!
What should be done with your incoming mail after you leave?
Japan Post offers a free mail forwarding service for 1 year. All you need to do is to submit a notice to the post office either using a form which is distributed at the post office or online. Unfortunately they … Continue reading
If you’ve made a stain on the wall paper or carpet, do you have to pay for the full cost for replacement?
No, they will split the cost between the landlord and tenant according to the length of your tenancy. You should double check your lease contract and see what they state about cleaning upon departure. In most cases, the fee for … Continue reading
Could you have a friend or someone in your office take care of utility service cancelation on your behalf when you leave Japan?
For some things yes, but many companies are very strict about personal identification these days, especially NTT and Sky Perfect TV. If the vendor has an English customer service number, I suggest that the call be made in person. Bank … Continue reading
How can you obtain the certificate to show you have a parking space (Shako Shomei)?
The certificate to prove you have a parking space is called Shako Shoumei. It can be obtained from the local police department, but the easiest way is to ask your car dealer to handle the application on your behalf. However, … Continue reading
Is there any document required apart from Shako Shoumei?
Yes. The car has to be registered in your name, so you need your signature certificate or Inkan (seal) certificate. Signature certificates can normally be obtained at your home country embassy. If you have an Inkan (personal seal), you can … Continue reading
What is the written driver’s license conversion test like?
The written test is available in different languages including English, and it consists of 10 simple Yes and No questions.
Which country’s international licenses are not accepted in Japan?
Refer to the below link and check whether your country’s international license is accepted or not. http://www.iuj.ac.jp/web/iuj_section.cfm?item=090807
How do you prove that you’ve actually stayed in that country for over 3 months since the license issue date?
The easiest way is to present your passport showing the record of your exit and entry from the country. If you have recently renewed your passport, I suggest that you bring along your old passport as well. If they don’t … Continue reading
