{"id":26999,"date":"2022-04-13T15:00:44","date_gmt":"2022-04-13T15:00:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gogonihon.com\/?p=26999"},"modified":"2026-03-19T14:47:37","modified_gmt":"2026-03-19T05:47:37","slug":"study-in-japan-services","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gogonihon.com\/en\/blog\/study-in-japan-services\/","title":{"rendered":"Services Go! Go! Nihon can help with when you study in Japan"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

There is a lot to organize<\/span> when you study abroad<\/a>, from finding accommodation and setting up internet to registering at your <\/span>local ward office<\/span><\/a> and signing up for <\/span>health insurance<\/span><\/a>. It can be extremely daunting navigating all of this on your own in a foreign country, which is why there are several services Go! Go! Nihon can help with \u2014 on top of helping you apply for language school and accommodation \u2014 for those planning to study in Japan<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are services we can help you with to get you ready for your new study abroad life in Japan.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Travel Insurance<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Protect yourself against the cost of a lost passport or delayed flight with travel insurance. We are partnered with WorldTrips and recommend them as a reliable insurance broker. Their insurance package covers both medical and travel expenses.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can sign up here: Travel and Health Insurance For Japan<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once you have paid the premium, you will receive the policy documents and terms and conditions via email a few days before arriving in Japan. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of which insurance provider you choose, ensure you read the policy documents thoroughly and ask any questions you need to before paying the premium. At the very least, your policy should cover lost baggage, official documents,<\/span> and money. Make sure it also covers higher-priced items such as laptops and cameras if you are bringing such belongings with you (check the policy limits for those items too!). <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Airport pick-up<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Go! Go! Nihon is pleased to offer a pick-up service from Narita, Haneda, and Kansai Airports. You can book for multiple people at once and it’s a service for anyone, not just Go! Go! Nihon students.

There is a charge for this service and you can see all the prices, as well as make your booking, here: https:\/\/gogonihon.com\/en\/pick-up-reservation\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Mobile\/SIM card<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Getting a local SIM card for your phone can be tricky in Japan. If you\u2019re living and studying in Japan for more than three months, we would recommend buying a phone plan. However, plans with big mobile providers like NTT Docomo and SoftBank have steep monthly fees, long contract terms, and hidden charges. Support might also not be available in your language.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Instead of a traditional provider, we recommend students opt for a mobile virtual network operator, like MOBAL. These are lower cost and more flexible, and you can order your SIM card before you leave for Japan so it\u2019s ready for you to use as soon as you land. You\u2019ll be able to make and receive phone calls, connect to the internet with 4G, cancel the contract without additional fees, and support is in English too. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can sign up for a MOBAL SIM card here: <\/span>http:\/\/www.mobal.com\/gogonihon<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wi-Fi<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Maybe a SIM card isn\u2019t for you, or maybe you want an easy Wi-Fi option \u2014 or maybe both! Rental pocket Wi-Fis are easy to organize<\/span> in Japan. Once you fill in an application, you can have the pocket Wi-Fi ready for you to pick up when you land at the airport. Just turn it on, connect your mobile device to it, and away you go. Just remember to keep it charged!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At Go! Go! Nihon, we partner with NINJA Wi-Fi. If you have any questions or would like to sign up, please head to this website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t forget to use the coupon code \u201cgogoworld\u201d<\/strong> to get free shipping in Japan as a benefit for Go! Go! Nihon students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Money<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Opening a bank account in Japan can be a hassle, especially if you don\u2019t speak Japanese. And using bank cards from your home country will incur international exchange fees, plus other fees your bank might charge if you use it to pay for things or withdraw money in Japan. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s why we recommend opening an account with Wise (formerly Transferwise). They offer you the ability to hold money in a multi-currency account, transfer money internationally (handy if you need funds from home to pay for rent or living expenses), and use their Wise international debit card in Japan as you normally would at home \u2014 all without paying high fees. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apply for an account here<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feel like you’d like a bit more pocket money? Having a part-time job as a student is a common occurrence in Japan and something that you can take part in as well, if interested. Learn more about working in Japan as an international student<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ordering food online<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Online food orders and deliveries are really handy if you just don\u2019t feel like cooking. Read our article on <\/span>options for ordering both groceries and ready-to-eat meals online<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Language exchange<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Having a community around you is important as you venture into your new life and study experience in Japan. Aside from your school classmates, a great way to find a community is to take part in language exchanges. This way you can not only meet other like-minded Japanese learners, but you can also meet Japanese people who are interested in other cultures. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read about <\/span>how you can make the most of language exchanges<\/span><\/a> in our article.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our team is here to help<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We hope these services help to make your life easier when you study in Japan. If you haven\u2019t yet started your application with us, don\u2019t hesitate to <\/span>contact our team<\/span><\/a>. We look forward to hearing from you.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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