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Move-in Setup Checklist

What to do after moving into a home in Japan — in the right order. Gas, electricity, address registration, insurance, and more.

更新时间: 2026-04-05

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按正确顺序完成法律和行政手续。
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Today

Start with the things that block daily life and legal setup.

□Register your address at city hall (転入届)

Required by law within 14 days. Bring your residence card and passport. This unlocks health insurance, My Number, and most other services.

□Set up electricity

Usually possible online or by phone with your provider. Check the instructions left by the previous tenant or your agent.

□Confirm water is running

Water is often already connected. If not, contact your municipality or the building manager.

□Book a gas opening appointment

Gas requires an in-person technician visit. You cannot turn it on yourself. Book as early as possible — appointments fill up.

This week

Stabilize daily life: communication, money, and insurance.

□Start the process of opening a bank account

Rules vary by bank and visa type. Japan Post Bank (ゆうちょ) and Rakuten Bank tend to be more accessible for newcomers.

□Set up a phone number or SIM

Some contracts require a bank account. MVNOs (格安SIM) are usually easier to get than major carriers for new residents.

□Arrange home internet

Fiber installation typically takes 1–4 weeks. Order early. Use a pocket WiFi in the meantime if needed.

□Confirm health insurance enrollment

If your employer provides insurance, confirm with HR. If not, enroll in National Health Insurance (国民健康保険) at city hall when you register your address.

□Notify your employer or school of your new address

Required for payroll, commuter pass, and official correspondence.

This month

Reduce long-term friction and handle the administrative basics.

□Handle My Number card procedures

Do not ignore official mail from your municipality. Your My Number notification will arrive by post after address registration.

□Get your local garbage collection schedule

Garbage rules differ by city and neighborhood. Wrong sorting = bag left uncollected. Ask your building manager or check your city's website.

□Store lease, utility, and city hall documents in one place

You will need them again — for tax, address changes, insurance claims, and more.

□Save local emergency and support contacts

Especially useful if you get sick or need help without speaking Japanese. FRESC (0570-011000) offers multilingual support.

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Best for: People who just moved into a home in Japan

If you just moved into a new place in Japan and do not know what to do first, this checklist is the fastest place to start.

Short version: Moved in? Start here. A simple setup checklist for foreigners in Japan.

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