Checklist to live in Japan as the perfect “Edokko”

What is an “Edokko”? Literally, this term means “Child of Edo” and it refers to people born and raised in Edo (the ancient name of Tokyo before 1868).
There are thousands of websites, YouTube channels, blogs that talk about life in Japan from foreigners’ point of view. Life in cities like Tokyo is not only about mangas, shrines, Kimonos or cherry blossoms. If you dream about living in Tokyo what you need the most, it’s being able to get confidently through all the difficulties this challenging city may have.

We aim to providing you a practical guideline of essential elements to become the perfect “Edokko”! Take a look to the following checklist:

Checklist to live in Japan as the perfect “Edokko”

1. Visa
2. Place of employment / Part-time job
3. Personal seal
4. Japanese bank account
5. Emergency contact in Japan (Preferably Japanese)

1. Visa

2. Place of employment / Part-time job

3. Personal seal

4. Japanese bank account

5. Emergency contact in Japan (Preferably Japanese)

So, are you ready to become one of the children of Tokyo: this dynamic, unique, beautiful and futuristic metropolis?