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Japan is experiencing an unprecedented social crisis as mass panic-buying clears supermarkets out of water and emergency...
19/08/2026

Japan is experiencing an unprecedented social crisis as mass panic-buying clears supermarkets out of water and emergency supplies following a historic government warning that a catastrophic megaquake is imminent.

The Japanese government recently issued its first-ever "Nankai Trough Megathrust Earthquake Advisory," warning that a prospective quake could kill up to 320,000 people.

The formal advisory has been lifted.

But the fear has not disappeared.

Across major cities, shoppers have rushed to secure emergency supplies.

• Bottled water disappearing from shelves
• Rice selling out at some stores
• Portable toilets becoming harder to find
• Online retailers limiting quantities per household

Authorities have urged people to prepare calmly rather than hoard.

Japan has lived with earthquake risk for generations, but warnings about the Nankai Trough carry enormous weight because of the potential scale of destruction.

The biggest danger now may be panic itself creating shortages before any disaster happens.

**Are people right to stock up heavily now — or does panic buying only make everyone less prepared?**

01/08/2026

Japan is changing rapidly.......

A Japanese person can walk out of the house carrying nothing at all.
A foreign resident who does the same thing has committed an offence.
Under Article 23 of Japan's Immigration Control Act, every foreign resident aged 16 and over must carry their residence card at all times.
Police, immigration officers and coast guard officers can demand to see it, and "I left it at home" is not a defence. Neither is offering your passport instead.
Caught without it: a fine of up to 200,000 yen. Refuse to present it: up to a year in prison.
There is no equivalent law for Japanese nationals. Their My Number card is voluntary and nobody is obliged to carry anything.
It also follows you. Being cited for not carrying the card counts against the "good conduct" requirement if you ever apply for permanent residency.
So a forgetful trip to the convenience store can cost you years later.
Now here's what Japan did in June.
It launched a card that merges that mandatory ID with your tax number and your health insurance, all on a single chip.
The convenience is real — renew your visa and everything updates in one visit instead of two offices on two days. And the merged card is optional; you can keep carrying two.
But 4.12 million foreign residents now live in Japan, up 9.5% in a single year, and every one of them over 16 is required by law to have documentation on their body that no Japanese national has to carry.

For years, Japanese commuters were told to shift backpacks from their backs to their chests during crowded rush hour. No...
06/07/2026

For years, Japanese commuters were told to shift backpacks from their backs to their chests during crowded rush hour. Now, Kansai-area railway operators' joint manner campaign has dropped that guidance entirely, instead recommending bags be held by hand or placed on overhead racks. Tokyo Metro similarly recommends hand-carrying over front-carrying. The shift followed complaints that even front-carried bags still take up space and inconvenience other passengers, particularly when riders check phones with elbows extended.

06/07/2026

Japan is introducing a mandatory Japanese Language and Daily Life Learning Program for foreign residents seeking long-term residency or permanent status.

The program requires applicants to study and prove understanding of key daily-life topics, including Japanese language, tax payment, and proper garbage sorting rules.

Officials say these practical skills are important for smoother coexistence and long-term integration into Japanese society.

The course will also be available online before arrival, giving future residents a way to prepare before entering Japan.

Long-term visa holders will be required to participate, and a trial launch is planned for fiscal 2028.

Reporter’s note: the policy comes alongside recent increases in permanent residency fees, showing Japan is moving toward stricter expectations for people who want to stay long-term.

Source: reported government integration program details.

What daily-life rule in Japan do you think foreign residents need the most help understanding clearly?

04/07/2026

Japan has one of the best transport systems in the world, but it can also be one of the most confusing if you’re visiting for the first time.
Avoid these common mistakes and your trip will be far less stressful.
1. Screenshot your station exit before going underground.
Major stations like Shinjuku have hundreds of exits. Choosing the wrong one can leave you walking 15–20 minutes just to reach the street you wanted.
2. Trust Google Maps more than your instincts.
In Japan, Google Maps is incredibly accurate. It even tells you which platform, train car, and exit to use.
3. Avoid rush hour with luggage.
Weekday mornings (around 7:30–9:30 AM) and evenings (5:00–7:00 PM) can be extremely crowded. Travel outside these times whenever possible.
4. Stand on the correct side of the escalator.
Tokyo: stand on the left.
Osaka: stand on the right.
Watch what locals do if you’re unsure.
5. The last train really is the last train.
Most trains stop around midnight. Miss it, and you could be waiting until morning or paying for an expensive taxi.
6. Use station coin lockers.
They’re perfect if you arrive before hotel check-in or want to explore without dragging your luggage around.
7. Reserve Shinkansen seats during busy travel periods.
Golden Week, Obon, New Year, and long weekends sell out quickly. Book in advance if you’re travelling then.
8. Carry some cash and small yen coins.
While many places accept cards, some buses, lockers, vending machines, and smaller stations may still require cash.
9. Let the taxi door open by itself.
Taxi doors in Japan are operated automatically by the driver. Don’t try to open or close them yourself.
10. Get an eSIM or pocket Wi-Fi before you need it.
Reliable internet makes navigating trains, translating signs, finding restaurants, and changing plans much easier.
Pro Tips
• Download offline maps before your flight.
• Add your hotel in Google Maps before leaving the airport.
• If you’re carrying oversized luggage on certain Shinkansen routes, check whether a luggage reservation is required.
• Give yourself extra time when changing trains at major stations, some transfers involve surprisingly long walks.
Japan’s transport system can feel overwhelming on day one, but once you understand it, getting around becomes one of the easiest parts of your trip.
Have you ever gotten lost in a Japanese train station? Tell us your story.

04/07/2026

Yesterday Japan's Immigration Services Agency announced plans to require a new "Japanese Language and Life Learning Program" for foreign nationals seeking permanent residency or visas extending beyond ten years. A project team led by Parliamentary Vice-Minister of Justice Mamoru Fukuyama released a report outlining this national social integration strategy. The initiative aims to improve coexistence with foreign residents by providing structured education on the Japanese language, local rules, and culture.
Previously, integration efforts were largely left to local municipalities and private employers rather than being guided by a unified national policy. Authorities are also considering making the program's completion and comprehension a factor in the screening process for acquiring Japanese citizenship. An expert panel will convene this summer to design the specific educational framework and tracking system. The government plans to finalize the program guidelines by fiscal year 2027 and launch trial implementations in 2028.

30/06/2026

The Japanese yen is testing four-decade lows again, briefly reaching ¥161.97 against the dollar in New York trading before settling around ¥161.92 as Tokyo markets opened Tuesday. The last time the currency traded at these levels was December 1986.
The move has reignited speculation about government intervention. Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama has explicitly warned of "decisive action," and Japan has intervened twice in recent memory — spending approximately $37 billion in July 2024 when the yen hit ¥161.96, which temporarily pushed it back to around ¥140, and a reported $73 billion in April when it reached ¥160.72, providing only a partial and short-lived recovery to around ¥155.
The fundamental problem remains unchanged: Japan's policy rate sits at 1% compared to the US Federal Reserve's 3.50–3.75% range, making yen-denominated assets structurally less attractive. While further intervention could provide short-term relief, markets are largely betting that the currency's weakness will be difficult to sustainably reverse without a significant shift in either country's monetary policy direction.

New visa fees japan
25/06/2026

New visa fees japan

25/06/2026

The Business Manager visa had long been seen as an accessible route into Japan, with a relatively low ¥5 million capital threshold that effectively satisfied most legal criteria. The result was an extremely high volume of applications — particularly from mainland China — driven by a perception that obtaining Japanese residency through business was inexpensive and straightforward.

Japan raised the minimum capital requirement sixfold to ¥30 million in October 2025 — approximately $200,000 USD — before a single hire is made. Additional requirements now include at least one full-time Japanese employee, three years of management experience or a relevant Master's degree, Japanese language proficiency at JLPT N2 level, a certified business plan, and a physical office. Applications fell from a monthly average of 1,700 to approximately 70 — a 96% drop.

ISA immigration chief Kimi Onoda described the outcome as the intended result, saying the changes were designed to close a pathway being used primarily as a residency shortcut rather than a genuine business route. Supporters argue the reforms attract better-capitalised entrepreneurs. Critics warn they effectively shut Japan's door to small-scale foreign business founders who cannot meet the new threshold.


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