What should you know about immigrants living in Japan?

1. What should you know about immigrants living in Japan?

An important habit to learn when moving to Japan is to use chopsticks correctly. In Japan, chopsticks are used in most meals. When you don't use chopsticks, it's important to put them on the table correctly. Incorrect posture may be rude, or worse, a symbol of death. You can learn more about it in our culture and social etiquette section. Living in Japan has many advantages and disadvantages, and foreigners may feel overwhelmed by the precautions. Fortunately, Japanese society welcomes foreigners very much. They will forgive you if you are rude.

Whether you need to know how to greet people in Japan, how to establish communication (such as your phone or Internet), or tips on driving and public transportation, this guide will guide you to know everything that makes you feel at home in this exciting Asian country.

Advantages and disadvantages of living in Japan

What are the advantages and disadvantages of living in Japan? Most foreigners who have settled in this country will agree that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages. In fact, in an advanced and efficient society like Japan, the factors that make up for shortcomings are likely to depend on personal preferences.

The benefits of living in Japan

Convenient. Like many Asian countries, Japan is surrounded by convenience. Every few blocks, you can find 7- 1 1 and Lawson shops, which provide people with basic groceries, hot food, medicines, alcohol and even small electronic products.

Convenient transportation and high efficiency. It is easy to live in Japan without a car. Trains and buses are running normally. The high-speed Shinkansen train, also known as bullet train, transports passengers nationwide at a speed of 240-320km/h (150-200mph). You can read more about it in the public transportation section below.

The food is delicious. Even if you don't like sushi, it's easy to find delicious food all over Japan. Generally speaking, Japanese culture is famous for its high-quality seafood, rice and vegetable dishes and desserts. Lamian Noodles, fried noodles and other pasta are also very popular and cheap.

Shopping is great. No matter where you are in Japan, you will find many good shopping opportunities. Whether it is a large department store or an eclectic boutique, you can find something suitable for all tastes.

Medical care. Yes Japan's health care system is universal and one of the systems in the world. This hospital is equipped with advanced modern technology, and doctors and nurses are well trained. Drugs are better than those found by foreigners in other countries. This means that the dose will be higher and you will need prescriptions for most drugs.

Disadvantages of living in Japan

The cost of living is high. Besides being an island country, Japanese culture needs high-quality goods and services. Unfortunately, this high quality is accompanied by high cost. You can learn more about our living expenses in Japan.

Work-life balance hardly exists. Japanese business culture expects employees to regard the workplace as an extension of their families. This means that the time and dedication that a person usually spends on family and friends outside of work should be spent in the office. It is not uncommon to work more than 12 hours a day, even for foreigners.

Work stress can lead to drug overdose. In addition to normal health problems, work pressure will also bring. The imbalance between work and life in Japan leads many employees to run directly from the office to the bar. Japan has a culture of "drinking after work". It is not uncommon for workers to eat and drink almost every night of the week.

The house is very small. If you like spacious accommodation, Japan may not be your choice. In a country with limited space, houses and apartments are designed to occupy as little space as possible. Over time, this will make residents feel cramped and claustrophobic in their own homes.

Natural disasters are an ever-present threat. Japan is located on the ring of fire, which is a horseshoe-shaped rift in the Pacific Ocean, where tectonic plates contact. These plates cause frequent earthquakes in Japan. Earthquakes range from a slight rumble to a vibration that destroys buildings. Some even produced devastating tsunamis, such as the 20 1 1 northeast earthquake and tsunami, which caused nearly 16000 deaths.

2. Ways and conditions of Japanese immigration

On the basis of Japanese communication, you may start by studying in Japan, then find a stable job in Japan and live in Japan in a down-to-earth manner until you meet the conditions for obtaining Japanese identity. Or it is also a way to "touch relatives and bring old friends" with Japan. If you are destined to have a Japanese spouse and live in Japan, you also have the opportunity to meet the conditions for obtaining Japanese identity.

There are usually two visa routes to choose from.

Japanese business management visa.

In order to boost Japan's economy, attract talents to start businesses in Japan and welcome overseas people who have settled in Japan, the Japan Immigration Bureau launched an investment business visa in 2006. 20 15 changed its name to business management visa, encouraging people who set up companies in Japan and really manage them to realize the opportunity of living in Japan for a long time.

Applicants need to set up a company (joint-stock company or contract company) in Japan, with a registered capital of not less than 5 million yen and unlimited business scope, and can apply for a business management visa from the Japan Immigration Bureau. The first visa period is one year, and it will be renewed for one year, three years or five years according to the company's operation. Applicants need to pay taxes when they hold a business management visa. After paying taxes for three years within five years, you can apply for Japanese naturalization (naturalization) in the fifth year. After paying taxes for five years in ten years, you can apply for permanent residence in Japan in the tenth year (permanent residence, green card). The premise is that the applicant can't leave Japan for more than half a year and not more than three months at a time, otherwise he will not be regarded as a Japanese tax resident and his years cannot be accumulated.

Japan's high-level talent visa (management).

Japan officially launched the points system for high-level talents in May 20 12, hoping to screen recognized foreigners with high-level talents through the relatively objective points system and give preferential policies in visa, entry and exit. In order to make the system better used, it was revised in February 20 13. 2065438+April 2005, the evaluation method of the points system for high-level talents was introduced, and the visas for high-level professionals were increased. April 20 17, plus points for revision. According to the requirements of education, income, working years, qualification certificate, Japanese level, etc. Applicants with 70% or more can apply for a high-level talent visa to the Japan Immigration Bureau. The comprehensive score is not only one of them, but the comprehensive evaluation can be satisfied. For eligible applicants, the advantage of this point system is that they can get a five-year visa for the first time. This also enables applicants who want to immigrate to Japan to obtain permanent residence in Japan (permanent residence, green card) as soon as one year later. Applicants with more than 70% can apply for permanent residence in Japan after three years, and applicants with more than 80% can apply for permanent residence in Japan after one year at the earliest.