For the last three or so years, I have been using Western Union as my default method to send money from Japan back home to the Philippines. To be honest, I knew it was probably not the best or cheapest option out there compared to Wise, but I realized that only after going through the […]
Successfully Getting a Rakuten Credit Card: Complete and Essential Guide for Foreigners
Up until last year, I had been using my credit card from back home in the Philippines and sending payments every month. Not only was this a hassle, but I also realized I was missing out on many benefits of having a Japanese credit card. That was when I decided to apply for one from […]
How to Do a Bank Transfer in Japan: A Helpful Step-by-Step Guide for Foreigners
In writing another blog about the money transfer app Wise, I realized that many expats might be eager to try it out but are hesitant because they’re unfamiliar with doing a bank transfer in Japan (furikomi). While many ATMs in Japan now offer English menus, the translations usually cover only the most common services such […]