Expat Banking & International Wire Transfer

Moving to Japan? Expats have unique banking and investment needs. Find information about expat banking, Japan banking and opening a bank account in Japan in ExpatExchange.com's Resource Guide.

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Send money online for what matters most. We make international money transfers easier than ever. Choose how and when you send, with great exchange rates and low fees.

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A Wise multi-currency account for travellers, expats and freelancers lets you spend in any currency, receive money like a local and send money around the world with your own foreign currency account — cheaper than old-school banks. With the Wise debit card, you can spend in the local currency — wherever you are. It's accepted anywhere that takes Mastercard or Visa.

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International Health Insurance

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International Health Insurance

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Japan Guide
Learn what members have to say about living in Japan.

Japan Forum
Talk with other digital nomads and expats in Japan on our Japan forum - meet people, get advice and help others.

Japan Index
An index of all of our site's Japan information.

Contribute
Help others in Japan by answering questions about the challenges and adventures of living in Japan.

Healthcare & Health Insurance in Japan

Expats in Japan offer advice about healthcare, hospital visits, emergency rooms visits, finding a doctor and buying health insurance in Japan.

Real Estate in Japan

Real estate listings in popular cities and towns in Japan.

Guide to Real Estate in Japan

Advice for people renting and buying real estate in Japan.

Pros & Cons of Living in Japan

Take off your rose-colored glasses and learn what digital nomads & expats have to say about the biggest challenges and the greatest rewards of living in Japan.

Cost of Living in Japan

Digital Nomads & Expats offer insight into the cost of living in Japan.

Top 10 Tokyo Neighborhoods For Expats

Expats in Tokyo have several neighborhoods worth considering when they move abroad. Individual needs, such as proximity to work, international schools in Tokyo and other factors will help determine the best choice for each expat and expat family.