After many Japanese study abroad application sessions, many students finally got the offer of Japan's favorite colleges and universities and can start entering Japan one after another. Following the Huatong Study Abroad, we will take a look at the pre-trip preparation list for you in Japan, hoping to help students who are about to enter Japan.
New regulations on entry for study abroad
Japan recognized three vaccines from China. Since October 11, three doses of Chinese medicine Beijing BIBPJ new crown vaccine , or three doses of "Kosino" new crown vaccine, or one dose of "Cansino" new crown vaccine, no longer need to provide nucleic acid test certificate before departure of flights to Japan, and you can move freely after entering the country.
Preparation list for Japanese study abroad
1, ID materials preparation
1) Passport, passport photos and other related items.
2) Air ticket
3) Domestic bank card (you can apply for Visa or UnionPay card, but since UnionPay card is restricted from withdrawing money overseas, please check the limit of your bank card.)
4) Mobile phone, mobile phone charger, mobile power supply
5) ID photo (The size must meet the requirements of Japan)
6) Entry card, admission permit, stay-at-home qualification certification, extra-qualification license (the entry card is filled in on the plane, and the extra-qualification license is an application for working in Japan. Friends in need can fill in it early, of course you can apply after entering the country)
7) Phone and information of important contact persons
8) Cash, prepare in advance according to your own situation.
9) Documents required by the school (admission license, remittance certificate, etc.)
10) Physical examination form, epidemic prevention certificate
2, air ticket
. Friends who are about to go to Japan recommend buying air tickets as soon as possible, so that not only have a variety of flights to choose from, but the price is also relatively low. After obtaining the certificate of residence qualification and applying for a visa from the embassy and consulate, you can purchase a plane ticket to Japan. If the school provides pick-up service, you need to confirm the pick-up date and time in advance and the contact information for pick-up in advance.
Ps: Because the luggage quota for low-cost airlines is small, it is not recommended that students purchase low-cost airline tickets.
3, luggage
Here we recommend that you try to choose a box with light weight and strong wheels with wheels. It is best to choose soft bags such as canvas or nylon cloth to put clothes and other materials that are not afraid of falling. Scratches and fragile things can be placed in smaller suitcases. It is recommended to choose the items you should carry with you. Try not to be overweight. Generally, airlines can take two free checked luggage, and one can be brought to the hand luggage in the airplane.
Each airline has different restrictions on baggage and number of pieces. Generally, checked baggage is limited to about 20-25 kg, and overweight requires a fine. You can choose a lighter ABS material suitcase. It is convenient to hang luggage tag in the luggage box. For details, please consult the relevant airline.
4, other
Food: Fruits, meat, etc. are not allowed to be taken abroad
Medicines: diarrhea, cold medicine, anti-inflammatory medicine, etc. (Some medicines can be purchased in drugstores)
Clothing: mainly for clothing, comfortable and casual, you can bring a set of formal clothes, and you must wear it in language schools or for work interviews.
Bedding: Bed sheets, quilt covers, and pillow towels can be brought with you two sets of
Daily supplies: glasses, coin wallets, etc.
Study supplies: Japanese and English vocabulary grammar books, professional books that can be used
5. After entering the country,
Fill in the Japanese entry card. In the cabin, the flight attendant will prompt you whether you need a Japanese entry card. If you are in Japan for the first time, you need to fill in it.
undergoes entry inspection and entry review. The channels for entry review are divided into foreigners and Japanese and reenter foreigners.
6, on-site card
Generally speaking, when international students enter the country, they can apply for a on-site card at the airport and port. The airports that can apply for a on-site card include: Narita Airport, Haneda Airport, Chubu Airport, Kansai Airport, New Chitose Airport , Hiroshima Airport , Fukuoka Airport .
However, if a person who has received a residence card must submit an address declaration (relocation declaration) to the city and town where he lives within 14 days after entering the country.
In addition to keeping a card, you must also bring your passport and seal, and it is best to bring your student ID with you. It is also OK if you have not obtained a student ID or bring an admission permit.
7, accommodation
Most Japanese language schools have student dormitories, and student dormitories need to be applied in advance. Schools will provide bedding such as quilts, pillows, bed sheets, and quilt covers for free or a part of the fee, and some schools also provide daily necessities. For students who have just arrived in Japan, over-applying to apply for a student dormitory is a good choice.
8, foreign currency exchange
can be exchanged for part of the yen in China first, and you can withdraw money by yourself on the ATM machine with UnionPay logo at Japanese airports. It is recommended to apply for UnionPay cards with zero handling fees in China. If you need change from yen, you can exchange it at the foreign currency exchange point at the airport, which is also very convenient.
9, bank account opening
During the study abroad period, whether it is paying rent, water and electricity, remittances at home, or working income, a bank account is needed to operate it, so it is necessary to open a bank account.
Several big banks in Japan, such as Mitsubishi UFJ, Sumitomo Mitsui , etc., or local banks commonly used in various places are all private financial institutions. But there is no problem with credit, and everyone can handle it according to their needs.
The materials required for opening an account in different banks are also different, but generally speaking, the three most important materials are: residence card, student ID, and seal.
Because you must write Chinese characters and Katakana names on your account, you should confirm and remember the Katakana of your name and the Japanese pronunciation before opening an account.
10, studying abroad to work in Japan
In Japan, it is legal for international students to work. The Japanese government stipulates that the hourly wages of foreign students should not be less than 900 yen (about 50 yuan/hour), and the hourly wages in Tokyo will be higher. Ordinary students can earn about 80,000 to 100,000 yen (about 50,000 to 6,000 yuan) a month, and some students will earn 70,000 to 8,000 yuan a month. Many students’ working expenses can solve their living expenses. The most international students choose to work in the diet industry, followed by education, and there are still many choices.
