Expert-led webinars and personalized consultations tailored for the international community.
Living in a new country comes with unique challenges—from taxes and visas to long-term financial planning. At belongingjapan, we bridge the gap between complex Japanese systems and your peace of mind by connecting you directly with experts.
1. Interactive Online Webinars
Join our group sessions to master essential topics for living in Japan. Every session includes a live Q&A where you can get answers to your specific questions.
UPCOMING
1. July 30 (Wed) | Paid Online Seminar
Furusato Nozei: Master Japan's Hometown Tax Program
Furusato Nozei (hometown tax) is one of the most powerful — and underused — ways for residents of Japan to save on taxes while receiving regional gifts in return. But the rules around donation limits, applications, and One-Stop Exceptions can be confusing, especially in English.
In this practical, 45-minute session, you’ll learn how Furusato Nozei actually works and how to use it with confidence — guided by a certified financial planner. We’ll even share the FP’s own real Furusato Nozei picks.
This seminar is ¥1,500.
What you’ll walk away knowing:
- What Furusato Nozei is — and why it reduces your tax burden
- How much you can donate: calculating your personal limit
- A step-by-step application guide
- One-Stop Exception vs. filing a tax return — which applies to you
- How to choose your return gifts
- The FP’s own real Furusato Nozei picks, shared with you
- Live Q&A — your questions answered directly
Date: Thursday, July 30, 2026
Time: 19:00 – 19:45 JST
Platform: Online (Google Meet)
Cost: ¥1,500
Supervised by: Lili Katoh, Certified Financial Planner (CFP®)
Cancellation: Full refund if you cancel by Monday, July 27, 2026. Cancellations from Tuesday, July 28 onward are non-refundable. To cancel, please email [email protected].
PAST WEBINARS
1. June 29 (Mon) | Change of Status of Residence in Japan
A 30-minute session covering what a change of status of residence is, when it’s required, the difference between work-permitted and restricted statuses, how to apply, and what the Immigration Services Agency looks at when assessing a case — supervised by a licensed administrative scrivener.
Speaker: Masae Kumano, Administrative Scrivener | Date: Monday, June 29, 2026 | 19:00 – 19:30 JST
1. May 21 (Thu) | NISA & iDeCo: Building Your Future in Japan
A 30-minute session covering what NISA and iDeCo are, whether foreign residents qualify, how each account works, and which one might be right for your situation.
Speaker: Lili Katoh, Certified Financial Planner (CFP) Date: Thursday, May 21, 2026 | 19:00 – 19:30 JST
2. April 22 (Wed) | Decoding Your Japanese Payslip & Social Insurance
A 30-minute session covering every line of your Japanese payslip, social insurance deductions, and the difference between your monthly payslip and your 源泉徴収票.
Speaker: Lili Katoh, Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) Date: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 | 19:00 – 19:30 JST
2. 1-on-1 Personalized Consultations
Coming Soon: Personalized Expert Guidance
While our webinars provide a great foundation, we know that every personal situation is unique. We are currently preparing a dedicated 1-on-1 consultation service, where you can receive tailored, private support directly from a certified financial planner (CFP®).
Want to be the first to know? Join the wait list below, and we’ll contact you ahead of the public launch with early access and details.
