How to open a bank account in Japan
It’s easy to open a bank account in Japan, though your options will be limited if you don’t already have a strong command of the Japanese language. Fortunately, several Japanese banks now offer telephone support and online banking in English, and may even have English-speaking staff available at certain bank locations. Let’s take a look at the most practical banking options for foreigners living in Japan.
Words to know
While you might be able to find English-speaking staff at bank locations in some of the bigger cities like Tokyo or Osaka, you may find yourself in a situation where knowing the basics will come in handy. Here is some of the most commonly used banking vocabulary:
- Bank: Ginkō, 銀行
- Withdrawal: Hikidashi, 引き出し
- Deposit: Yokin, 預金
- Transfer: Furikomi, 振込
- Account number: Kōza bangō, 口座番号
- Cash: Genkin, 現金
- Fee: Tesūryō, 手数料
- Passbook update: Tsūchō kōshin, 通帳更新
- Cash transfer: Genkin furikomi, 現金振込
- Direct transfer: Kōza furikomi, 口座振込
- Balance check: Zandaka Shōkai, 残高照会
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Wondering what documents you’ll need to start opening a Japanese account? Worried about choosing your ideal bank? We’ve got those answers and more.
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