Category Archives for "Japanese Money Matters"

(updating…) Hopefully you’ve read Part 1 of “How to Use a Japanese ATM” as it shows the essential kanji we’ll be dealing with when using the ATM.  Now, I will show how to do each of the procedures step by step.  First, let’s examine how to do a basic withdrawal: 1. WITHDRAWAL When withdrawing money, […]

Using money is a daily routine for most people, so knowing how to handle basic transactions on an ATM is an essential skill.  Often in Japan you can access machines, at convenience stores & the post office for example, that have an English language option.  If you have access to those kinds of ATMs, that’s […]

Hopefully you’ve done the following things from our Part 1 of this article: 1)    Downloaded the application form from the GoLloyd’s website. 2)    Mailed your application & copies of your passport and address card. 3)    Received your GoLloyds welcome materials Let’s take a look at your welcome packet.  Inside you should have received the following […]

Do you know if it’s possible to withdraw money from your US bank account here in Japan?  I asked this question to countless foreigners and coworkers living here in Japan.  I would get the same answers over and over again: “I’m not sure,” “I’ve never tried it,” “I don’t know.” Well I needed to ship […]

Update: Hey Gang! This is a quick note to let you know that GoLloyd’s is now GoRemit a service owned by Shinesei Bank. To register you can go to the English version of the site here: http://www.goremit.jp/index/en. Looks like some more updates are in order 😉 When people consider moving to Japan, one of the […]