Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Tokyo, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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Overview
Documents
Certificates & Licences
Work
Financial & Legal Affairs
Housing
Residential Areas
Setting Up Home
Utilities & Services
Health
- General Medical Care
- Health Insurance
- Health Insurance Companies
- Donor Cards
- Giving Blood
- Giving Up Smoking
- Hospitals
- Health Centres & Clinics
- Dermatologists
- Maternity
- Maternity Hospitals & Clinics
- Gynaecology & Obstetrics
- Paediatrics
- Dentists & Orthodontists
- Opticians & Ophthalmologists
- Alternative Therapies
- Physiotherapy
- Back Treatment
- Nutritionists & Slimming
- Cosmetic Treatment & Surgery
- Counselling & Therapy
- Counsellors & Psychologists
- Psychiatrists
- Addiction Counselling & Rehabilitation
- Support Groups
Education
Transportation
- Transportation
- Driving in Tokyo
- Vehicle Leasing
- Vehicle Leasing Agents
- Buying a Vehicle
- New Car Dealers
- Used Car Dealers
- Vehicle Finance
- Vehicle Insurance
- Registering a Vehicle
- Registration Service
- Traffic Fines & Offences
- Breakdowns
- Recovery Services/Towing (24 hour)
- Traffic Accidents
- Vehicle Repairs
General Medical Care
Things are done differently in Japan, so expect to hit a few roadblocks on your path to good health. These days more doctors are studying abroad and bringing a more global... read more
Buying Property
Anyone can buy property or purchase a home in Japan. There are no formal limitations as to what you can buy, but securing a loan or mortgage could be a problem if you are not a... read more
Household Insurance
Japan may be a relatively safe country but it is still wise to have some form of house protection, especially considering the high earthquake risk. A real estate agency will... read more
The Lease
Always read the lease carefully before signing. If in doubt take a Japanese-speaking friend with you when you go to sign. Knowing exactly what you’re getting and what’s expected... read more
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