Relo Japan

As you begin your life in Japan, you will quickly start accumulating many important documents. If you are a client of Relo Japan, we will need copies of some of these documents to assist you with your relocation services, and you may need to show them to your human resources department after you begin your job. Please see the list below for short explanations of each document and what they are used for. Your Residence Card (在留カード, “zairyu kaado”) You will receive this at the airport when you arrive. This card functions as your primary ID in Japan and proves that you are legally authorized to live here. You must carry this card on you all at times and may even be asked to show it to police officers. You must also take this card with you when exiting and entering the country. When you leave Japan at the end of your assignment, please turn it in at the airport. [spacer height=”20px”] Your Insurance Card (保険証, “hokensho”)　 This card is for your health insurance and can double as proof of employment since your company’s name is on it. Be sure to carry this card on you at all times since…