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New Prime Minister & Your Visa

What PM Sanae Takaichi's "zero illegal residents" policy means for your visa renewal and financial stability.

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Goodbye ¥1.03 Million Wall?

The 2025 tax rules raised the exemption limit. Find out how to work more without losing benefits.

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Furusato Nozei: The End of Points

Rules changed in October. See if it's still worth swapping taxes for products and how to plan the cash flow.

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Rice & Energy: Surviving Inflation

With rice prices up and lower energy subsidies, here are 5 strategies to inflation-proof your budget in 2025.

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New NISA: How to Start Investing

The tax-free investment system is permanent. Learn how to find "spare" money to start building wealth.

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