Japan Info Swap Blog

Japan is a highly advanced but still primarily cash-based economy, so it is a good idea to bring enough cash for initial expenses when you relocate here. However, you’ll need more efficient and secure methods if you want to transfer large sums into the country. Here’s a rundown of your options.

Bank Transfer

One method is to open a Japanese bank account shortly after arriving and send an international transfer to yourself. For large amounts of money, this is …