Housing&Daily Life

My Card Was Declined at a Japanese ATM. What Should I Do?

Card declined at an ATM in Japan? Try another ATM, check overseas-use settings, your withdrawal limit and PIN, and contact your card issuer if needed.
Housing&Daily Life

No Japanese Yen in Japan? What to Do

No cash after arriving in Japan? Learn how to find an ATM, use an overseas-issued card, withdraw Japanese yen, and what to do if your card is declined.
Airports

What to Do Before Leaving the Airport in Japan: 10 Simple Things

Just arrived in Japan? Check these 10 simple things before leaving the airport, including Wi-Fi, money, transport, your hotel address and phone battery.
wifi

Japan Airport Wi-Fi Not Working? 7 Easy Things to Try

Japan airport Wi-Fi not working? Try these 7 simple fixes to get connected after arriving in Japan, from reopening your browser to reconnecting to the network.
wifi

Just Arrived in Japan? Connect to Free Wi-Fi First

Just arrived in Japan? Learn how to connect to free airport Wi-Fi at Narita, Haneda, Kansai, Chubu, Fukuoka and New Chitose airports, plus what to do if you cannot connect.
Housing&Daily Life

What to Do After Arriving in Japan: A Step-by-Step Guide for New Residents

A step-by-step guide to the essential things to do after arriving in Japan, including residence registration, health insurance, banking, mobile phones, garbage rules, and medical care.