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RetireJapan TVRJTV S04E01: Naturalization, Japan's 'foreigner problems', new cars, stock market bubble..RetireJapan TV is a monthly show about personal finance in Japan with news, deep dives on specific topics, interviews with guests, and as much Q&A as you can handle.Join us live to ask questions or add your two yen!
2025-11-132h 00RetireJapan TVRJTV S03E10: Season Three FinaleRetireJapan TV is a monthly show about personal finance in Japan with news, deep dives on specific topics, interviews with guests, and as much Q&A as you can handle._____________________________Links: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vZbt1sN5fLY (iDeCo video)https://tally.so/r/3j8X14 (Real estate summit autumn 2025)https://japantoday.com/category/national/japan-plans-stricter-terms-for-visas-to-foreign-entrepreneurshttps://japantoday.com/category/business/japan's-foreign-labor-plan-to-allow-job-switch-in-7-sectors-after-2-yrs https://english.kyodonews.net/articles/-/59347 (Osmotic power plant)https://www.retirejapan.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=4345 (iDeCo) https://turo.com (like Airbnb for cars)https://www.retirejapan.com/us-citizens-and-green-card-holders/https://www...
2025-08-292h 06RetireJapan TVRJTV S03E09: An unwelcome theme in Japanese politicsRetireJapan TV is a monthly show about personal finance in Japan with news, deep dives on specific topics, interviews with guests, and as much Q&A as you can handle._____________________________________For the first time I can remember immigration and foreign residents are a major theme in politics. This is a most unwelcome development. But where has it come from and where might it go?LINKSFact-checking foreigner-related statistics: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/news/html/20250716/k10014864391000.htmlJapan’s Inheritance Tax Grip: https://langleyesquire.com/japan-inheritance-tax-drip/Airlines in Japan to ban storing power banks in overhead lockers: https://www.asahi.com/aj...
2025-08-112h 04RetireJapan TVRJTV S03E08: Japan then and now, pension reform and new immigration rules, Metaplanet, and more!RetireJapan TV is a monthly show about personal finance in Japan with news, deep dives on specific topics, interviews with guests, and as much Q&A as you can handle.____________________________Links Why Teaching English in Japan Can Bankrupt You: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BWV-kwnVh18Opportunity Cost: https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Opportunity_costFukuoka woman arrested for drunk bicycle riding: https://soranews24.com/2025/06/02/fukuoka-woman-arrested-for-drunk-bicycle-riding/Japan Real Estate Summit - Spring 2025 - https://nippontradings.com/japan-real-estate-summit-spring-2025/Enough – it’s a feeling, not a number: https://simplelivingsomerset.wordpress.com/2025/06/05/enough-its-a-feeling-not-a-number/Fines for bicycle violations set, to take effect next...
2025-08-112h 02RetireJapan TVRJTV S03E05: side work in JapanRetireJapan TV is a monthly show about personal finance in Japan with news, deep dives on specific topics, interviews with guests, and as much Q&A as you can handle.In this episode we talk about side work/gigs that people can do on top of a full-time job.LINKSGood income tax calculator (unofficial, Japanese): https://www.zeikin5.com/calc/https://english.kyodonews.net/news/2025/03/46318c3705a6-japan-major-firms-offer-large-pay-hikes-amid-inflation-labor-crunch.html?phrase=died%20in%20hothttps://english.kyodonews.net/news/2025/03/19e5b1f93395-japan-hot-springs-facing-water-shortages-as-tourism-booms.htmlJapan Real Estate Summit 2025 (April 12th): https...
2025-08-112h 00RetireJapan TVRJTV S03E07: Ask Us Anything, cruising, foreigners abusing Japan health care, and more!RetireJapan TV is a monthly show about personal finance in Japan with news, deep dives on specific topics, interviews with guests, and as much Q&A as you can handle.In this episode we do an AMA (ask us anything) and answer your questions for almost two hours!_____________________Prediction of disaster in Japan on July 5th 2025:https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/new-updates/japans-own-baba-vanga-who-predicted-past-catastrophes-foresees-a-mega-disaster-in-july-2025/articleshow/119984771.cms https://soranews24.com/2025/04/30/manga-predicting-a-major-disaster-this-july-affecting-summer-tourism-numbers/Wise scams:https://www.linkedin.com/posts/benshearon_scams-on-wise-i-love-wise-the-international-activity-7322769387508092928-qKAUForeigners misusing Japanese healthcare?https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20250413/p2g/00m/0na/009000cCost of childbirth to be fully covered from 2026...
2025-05-222h 06RetireJapan TVRJTV S03E06: navigating the health system in Japan, kodomo NISA, tipping, business class flightsRetireJapan TV is a monthly show about personal finance in Japan with news, deep dives on specific topics, interviews with guests, and as much Q&A as you can handle.In this episode we talk about navigating the health system in Japan, kodomo NISA, tipping, business class flights, cruises, and more!______________________LinksRJPod: My NISA is evaporating! https://open.spotify.com/episode/4t1LOohEuCeH0dq4iQ26eYRecommendation for Japan tax accountant or attorney for US-source retirement income: https://retirejapan.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=2680Understanding Japan's High-Cost Medical Expense Benefit System: https://youtu.be/sUc-t0cTp6kHospital food in Japan...
2025-05-022h 08
The RetireJapan Bite-Sized PodcastRJPod: my NISA is evaporating!Stock market volatility is back, with 10% daily swings happening this month.It can be very stressful.Our portfolio is down about 20m yen from its all time high a few months ago. But I'm not too worried.
2025-04-1105 minThe RetireJapan Bite-Sized PodcastRJPod: Which NISA section to fill first?The new NISA accounts that were launched in 2024 have two sections: tsumitate and growth, but which should you try to fill up first?
2025-03-2003 minThe RetireJapan Bite-Sized PodcastRJPod: Paying your mortgage off early in JapanIn many countries, the standard advice is to try and pay your mortgage off as quickly as possible for financial stability and peace of mind, but is this also true in Japan?(spoiler alert: no, it is not)
2025-03-1603 minThe RetireJapan Bite-Sized PodcastRJPod: Filing a tax return in JapanThe tax filing system in Japan is pretty user friendly! Most people don't need to file a return as their employer does it for them, and if you do need to file you have several options.
2025-03-1405 minThe RetireJapan Bite-Sized PodcastRJPod: Buying a dishwasher in JapanDishwashers are not as common here in Japan as they are in other countries, but they are available.What are your options? And which one is going to work best for you?
2025-03-0904 minThe RetireJapan Bite-Sized PodcastRJPod: Exercise gyms in Japan (where to work out?)There are a huge number of options in Japan now in terms of gyms, but which is the best for you?
2025-03-0804 minRetireJapan TVRJTV S03E04: psychological tricks, Ben's new job, iDeCo increases, and higher medical costsRetireJapan TV is a monthly show about personal finance in Japan with news, deep dives on specific topics, interviews with guests, and as much Q&A as you can handle.In this episode we talk about the links between exercise, habits, and mental health, psychological tricks to help you with personal finance, Ben's new job (and YouTube idea), proposed increases to iDeCo, and higher medical bills in Japan.----LINKShttps://www.retirejapan.com/blog/what-is-money-for/https://www.ted.com/talks/derek_sivers_keep_your_goals_to_yourselfRamit Sethi's website: https://www.iwillteachyoutoberich.comhttps://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-retirejapan-bite-sized-podcast/id1792118301...
2025-02-202h 05The RetireJapan Bite-Sized PodcastRJPod: inheritance tax in JapanThere are a lot of misunderstandings about inheritance tax in Japan. Who needs to pay it? How much is it? And can it be avoided?
2025-02-1907 minThe RetireJapan Bite-Sized PodcastRJPod: what to do when the police knock on your door in JapanI have a lot of experience dealing with the police in Japan. Today's question is about a common situation: how should you deal with the police if they knock on your door?
2025-02-1706 minThe RetireJapan Bite-Sized PodcastRJPod: permanent residence in JapanWhat is Japan's permanent residence like? What are the pros and cons? Who should get it? And what alternatives are there?
2025-02-1606 minThe RetireJapan Bite-Sized PodcastRJPod: nuisance streamers in JapanI know I should ignore the nuisance streamers on social media, but they do my head in.As long term residents here, should be be actively policing public spaces?
2025-02-1406 minThe RetireJapan Bite-Sized PodcastRJPod: NISA or iDeCo for a new grad?NISA and iDeCo are the main tax-advantaged accounts in Japan, but which one should new graduates focus on?
2025-02-1305 minThe RetireJapan Bite-Sized PodcastRJPod: where to put short-term savings in Japan?Sometimes we have a lump sum that we are planning to use soon (up to a year or two away). What can we do with it in Japan?Are there any investment options?
2025-02-1202 minThe RetireJapan Bite-Sized PodcastRJPod: what happens to NISA and iDeCo if I die?We hope it won't happen, but if you die suddenly it is a good idea to have things set up so that your family is okay.What happens to NISA and iDeCo accounts if you die? They are actually treated differently...
2025-02-1103 minThe RetireJapan Bite-Sized PodcastRJPod: investing as you get closer to retirementWhat changes did I make to our investments when I finished formal work and as we get closer to retirement age?Not as many as you might think!
2025-02-1005 minThe RetireJapan Bite-Sized PodcastRJPod: managing NISA accountsIs there anything specific we should know about managing NISA accounts? Particularly when we have the old legacy NISA and also the new NISA.
2025-02-0604 min2025-02-0503 minThe RetireJapan Bite-Sized PodcastRJPod: The mortgage tax break's hidden pitfallIf you get a loan to buy your home in Japan, you can often get a sizeable tax break on the mortgage interest. But there is one thing you should be aware of to avoid problems with the tax office.
2025-02-0402 minThe RetireJapan Bite-Sized PodcastRJPod: Onsen and sentoOnsen (hot springs) and sento (bathhouses) are a big part of Japanese culture, but are norms changing? Should we be enforcing the rules? And does anyone not like rotenburo (outside baths)?
2025-02-0203 minThe RetireJapan Bite-Sized PodcastRJPod: where should you keep your emergency fund?For most people having an emergency fund they can access quickly if they need to makes sense, but where should they keep it?
2025-01-2903 minThe RetireJapan Bite-Sized PodcastRJPod: should you buy a house or a manshon in Japan?When it comes to buying a home in Japan, the two main options are a house or a manshon (condominium). But which is better?
2025-01-2806 minThe RetireJapan Bite-Sized PodcastRJPod: floating rate or fixed rate home loan?For the first time in a long time mortgage interest rates are going up in Japan. I have a floating rate mortgage at the moment, but if I was taking out a home loan today which would I choose?
2025-01-2705 minThe RetireJapan Bite-Sized PodcastRJPod: iDeCo limits went upiDeCo is Japan's version of the US 401k. You put away pre-tax money and invest it for retirement, getting an income tax break along the way.
In December iDeCo contribution limits went up for public servants, and new increases were announced for everyone else.
2025-01-2603 minThe RetireJapan Bite-Sized PodcastRJPod: dealing with annoyances in JapanLiving in Japan is pretty good, but sometimes you need to complain about something. What's the best way to do so effectively?
2025-01-2509 minThe RetireJapan Bite-Sized PodcastRJPod: NISA planningHave you decided what to do with your NISA account this year?
2025-01-2302 minRetireJapan TVRJTV S03E03: Year of the SnakeRetireJapan TV is a monthly show about personal finance in Japan with news, deep dives on specific topics, interviews with guests, and as much Q&A as you can handle.In this episode we talk about money conversations with your family, Bitcoin, lucky bags, and much much more.________________________Main topic:https://www.economist.com/1843/2025/01/10/the-wealth-whisperers-who-save-super-rich-families-from-themselveshttps://www.retirejapan.com/blog/life-insurance-to-bridge-expenses-after-death/https://www.diewithzerobook.com/welcomeNews:https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20250109_02/https://english.kyodonews.net/news/2025/01/d62905edd8e6-japan-pm-ishiba-struggling-to-find-time-to-smoke-at-work.htmlhttps://www.reddit.com/r/JapanFinance/comments/1hvi6vj/2024_annual_report/https://english.kyodonews.net/news/2025/01/a06...
2025-01-212h 00RetireJapan TVRJTV S03E02: Ho ho hoRetireJapan TV is a monthly show about personal finance in Japan with news, deep dives on specific topics, interviews with guests, and as much Q&A as you can handle.In this episode we talk about NISA, the proposed iDeCo changes, a shameful stock purchase, and much much more.
2024-12-172h 08RetireJapan TVRJTV S03E01: Guess who's back? Back again.iDeCo, home renovations, news, frivolous purchases, forum updates, and lots of Q&A!RetireJapan TV is a monthly show about personal finance in Japan with news, deep dives on specific topics, interviews with guests, and as much Q&A as you can handle.__________________________________________Akiya Banks: https://www.akiyabanks.comThe latest Monday Read: https://www.retirejapan.com/blog/the-monday-read-arcs/Tokyo Disaster Information: https://www.bousai.metro.tokyo.lg.jpMeb Faber's free ebooks: https://mebfaber.com/books/Estimate your furusato nozei allowance: https://www.soumu.go.jp/main_sosiki/jichi_zeisei/czaisei/czaisei_seido/furusato/mechanism/deduction.htmlInfo on...
2024-11-121h 52
The Boomer Woman’s PodcastExpat Life in Japan with Robert NorrisIn this episode, Robert Norris gives us so many insights into life as an expat, life in Japan – from the day-to-day to the bureaucracy involved in moving there – so much great information and much of it accompanied by interesting anecdotes.
Today he explains:
his early envy of those who spoke more than one language
a six-mat room and a three-mat room
local public baths
living his dream
why you should immerse yourself instead of speed-visiting
Kanji lettering and the Japanese language
tidbits of cultural history and current changes
earthquakes
I enjoyed the moment when Bob was...
2024-10-101h 16RetireJapan TVRetireJapan TV S02E10: Nankai trough! Gyomu super! Zairyu carded at the hospital?RetireJapan TV is a monthly show about personal finance in Japan with news, deep dives on specific topics, interviews with guests, and as much Q&A as you can handle.
The final episode of Season 2.
2024-08-271h 43RetireJapan TVRetireJapan TV S02E09: Investing! Exchange rates! Money saving tips!
RetireJapan TV is a monthly show about personal finance in Japan with news, deep dives on specific topics, interviews with guests, and as much Q&A as you can handle.
2024-08-272h 01RetireJapan TVRetireJapan TV S02E05: Being a journalist in Japan, real estate, film reviews, and more!
RetireJapan TV is a monthly show about personal finance in Japan with news, deep dives on specific topics, interviews with guests, and as much Q&A as you can handle.
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In today's show we talk about journalism, real estate, film reviews, and retiring in Japan with Philip Brasor (Cat Foreheads and Rabbit Hutches blog)!
2024-08-271h 03
Japan Real EstateShould I Invest in Japan Real Estate Property for My Retirement?Interview on "Retire Japan TV"
"Retire Japan" - https://www.retirejapan.com/
Our previous conversations with Ben -
https://youtu.be/-RouwXKSq-c?si=8MOCtmeMNBAaUPG4
Invitation & interview - The inaugural "Retire Japan" conference
Ben Shearon's appearance on the JREP panel
Find us at https://nippontradings.com/ for advice, consultations, free referrals to local professionals, and all of your Japan Real Estate needs!
Video of this episode
Our previous interview with "Akiya-Mart" (Who should be buying in Japan?)
Email Emil Gorgees on sales@realestate.jp for all of your Tokyo/Kanto family home...
2024-08-011h 14RetireJapan TVRetireJapan TV S02E08: Summer! Living in the countryside! Furusato nozei!RetireJapan TV is a monthly show about personal finance in Japan with news, deep dives on specific topics, interviews with guests, and as much Q&A as you can handle.
Life Shift (Japanese): https://amzn.to/3xEuPEl
Video about (not) living in the countryside: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2igjw3KdicAmazon
Japan makes payment policy change that could be a problem for foreigners in Japan: https://soranews24.com/2024/06/03/amazon-japan-makes-payment-policy-change-that-could-be-a-problem-for-foreigners-in-japan/
Japan enacts laws for new foreign worker scheme amid labor crisis: https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240614/p2g/00m/0na/020000c
2024-07-181h 51RetireJapan TVRetireJapan TV S02E07: Hanging out and chattingRetireJapan TV is a monthly show about personal finance in Japan with news, deep dives on specific topics, interviews with guests, and as much Q&A as you can handle.
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In today's show we hang out and chat about money, life, and kettles.
Daniel's standing desk:
https://direct.sanwa.co.jp/ItemPage/100-MR157BK
Cheap balance board:
https://www.youtube.com/@JapanRealEstate/videos
Child Allowances in Japan to be Expanded from Oct. 2024
https://japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/politics/politics-government/20230615-116165/
Japan PM Fumio Kishida Announces 40,000-Yen Tax Cut in June 2024
https://japannews.yomiuri.co...
2024-06-041h 49
Plus Future PodcastE:20: Ben Tanaka: Retirement CrossroadsBen Tanaka (also Shearon) was born in Germany, grew up in northern Spain, yet claims to be British. He retired from formal work in 2022 and since then he has been trying to figure out what to do with himself. He has been running RetireJapan since 2013 to help people living in Japan learn more about personal finance, investing, retirement, and life in Japan. He also helps his wife run a medium-sized English school and writes various things. For fun, he is enthusiastic about losing at jiu-jitsu and wants to spend more time on Miyakojima.-Socials
2024-05-2028 minRetireJapan TVRetireJapan TV S02E06: Working in university in Japan, the job market, publishing, and more!
RetireJapan TV is a monthly show about personal finance in Japan with news, deep dives on specific topics, interviews with guests, and as much Q&A as you can handle.
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In today's show we talk about working at univertsity in Japan, what the job market looks like in 2024 and beyond, research, the value of getting a PhD, commercial publishing, and more with Andy Boon.
2024-04-171h 58RetireJapan TVRetireJapan TV S02E04: Japan real estate investing with Ziv, Japan mulls revoking PR, and much more
RetireJapan TV is a monthly show about personal finance in Japan with news, deep dives on specific topics, interviews with guests, and as much Q&A as you can handle.
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In today's show we talk real estate in Japan with Ziv Nakajima-Magen, take a look at recent news stories, and much much more!
Ziv’s original RetireJapan talk on investing in real estate:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A6QUlBzH11c
Nippon Tradings International:
https://nippontradings.com/
Website showing population change in each prefecture: https://ecitizen.jp/Population/Prefecture/47
Japan Real Estate Podcast:
https://podcast05d680.podigee.io...
2024-02-201h 56RetireJapan TVRetireJapan TV S02E03: talking shop (and crypto) with Smart Money Asia
RetireJapan TV is a monthly show about personal finance in Japan with news, deep dives on specific topics, interviews with guests, and as much Q&A as you can handle.
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In today's show we talk shop with Martin from Smart Money Asia, get into a friendly discussion about crypto, take a look at recent news stories, and much much more!
LINKS:
Smart Money Asia
https://smartmoneyasia.com
Marginal Nation: Bestselling Author’s New Novel Warns of Grim Future for Japan
https://www.nippon.com/en/japan-topics/bg900484/marginal-nation-bestselling-author%E2%80%99s-new-novel-warns-of-grim-future-for-japan.html
Alternative viewpoint – "Japan Optimist" by Jesper Koll:
http...
2024-01-232h 18RetireJapan TVRetireJapan TV S02E02: Talking trains and ten year anniversary
RetireJapan TV is a monthly show about personal finance in Japan with news, deep dives on specific topics, interviews with guests, and as much Q&A as you can handle.
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In today's show we talk about unusual and interesting trains and travel in Japan, take a look at recent news stories, take a look back at ten years of RetireJapan, and get into that festive cheer.
Simran's Twitter account: https://twitter.com/sim_nagra
30 minutes of silence blog post: https://www.retirejapan.com/blog/a-moment-of-silence/
Ikea tips: https://youtu.be/dxqoy9pyNUw?si=MvLC4_KoM9TBU29o
Nenkin...
2023-12-121h 53
RetireJapan TVRetireJapan TV S02E01: We're back! Pensions and looking ahead at Season 2
RetireJapan TV is a monthly show about personal finance in Japan with news, deep dives on specific topics, interviews with guests, and as much Q&A as you can handle.
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In today's show we talk about pensions, take a look at recent news stories, check out how to get cheap flights to Europe, and look ahead to what awaits us for the rest of Season 2 of RetireJapan TV.
2023-11-281h 28
The EFL Magazine PodcastFinancial Planning for Your Retirement in Japan, with Ben ShearonSend us a textBen Shearon is a retired university English teacher based in Sendai. He was born in Germany and grew up in Spain but claims to be British. After living in Spain, the UK, and China, he moved to Japan in 2000 and has been here ever since. In 2013 Ben started the RetireJapan website to share information in English about personal finance, investing, and retirement for people living in Japan. It has since grown into an online community with a forum, newsletter, YouTube channel, and a number of publications and courses. In his spare time Ben...
2023-11-271h 07
KonichiValue - Japanvalueinvest.comChoosing Japanese Stocks: A Conversation With RetireJapanA conversation with Ben Shearon from RetireJapan about investing in Japanese stocks, why Nintendo is such a great company, reasons to leave Japan, and much, much, more. Here's the full video:Recommendations discussed in the conversation:Google Finance: https://www.google.com/finance/Yahoo Finance: https://finance.yahoo.comThe Swedish Investor/ @theswedishinvestor Plain Bagel/ @theplainbagel Japanalysis/ @japanalysis Asianometry / @asianometry & See the RetireJapan main site for more blog posts and information: https://www.retirejapan.com/ This i...
2023-09-1930 minRetireJapan TVRetireJapan TV S01E10: Working in Japanese TV, living with tradition in JapanRetireJapan TV is a monthly show about personal finance in Japan with news, deep dives on specific topics, interviews with guests, and as much Q&A as you can handle.
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In today's show we talk to Twitter's Paprika Girl, who I was mainly aware of as someone with impeccable taste in kimono, who was really into traditional Japanese culture. But there is more! She also works in Japanese TV, and has a bug out house in the country? But who is Paprika Girl really? Let's find out!
2023-08-291h 53RetireJapan TVRetireJapan TV S01E09: Living in Japan, Getting Involved in the Community with Derek Wessman (volunteer firefighter, business owner, political intern, and all round righteous dude)
RetireJapan TV is a monthly show about personal finance in Japan with news, deep dives on specific topics, interviews with guests, and as much Q&A as you can handle.
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In today's show we talk to our guest Derek Wessman about really living in Japan. In Japan Derek has been a political intern, volunteer firefighter, entreprenuer, community leader, and much much more. I am in awe of him and his life.
Derek's fascinating blog: https://www.derekwessman.com/
Daniel is back and we have a packed show with two months' worth of regular content.
Links from the show:
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2023-07-252h 09
Tokyo LivingTLP Lifestyle Edition - Episode 102: Retire Japans' Ben Shearon - Tax hacks and money tipshttps://www.youtube.com/@RetireJapan_OGhttps://www.retirejapan.com/IG: @retirejapan
2023-07-0839 minRetireJapan TVRetireJapan TV S01E08: Taxes in Japan, US citizens in Japan
RetireJapan TV is a monthly show about personal finance in Japan with news, deep dives on specific topics, interviews with guests, and as much Q&A as you can handle.
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In today's show we will talk to our guest Dean Yoshimoto about taxes and US citizens in Japan. What do you need to know about taxes as a Japan resident? How can you decide if you need an accountant? And what if you are a US citizen?
Dean on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dean-h-yoshimoto-a28a3310b/
Daniel will be back in our...
2023-06-291h 32RetireJapan TVRetireJapan TV S01 E07: International schools in Japan, side hustles, and more!RetireJapan TV is a monthly show about personal finance in Japan with news, deep dives on specific topics, interviews with guests, and as much Q&A as you can handle.
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In today's show we will talk to our guest Shaney Crawford about international schools in Japan. What factors should we consider when choosing a school for our children? We also talk about living in Japan for the long term.
Then our regular news segment, a shareholder gift mook, a deep dive into side hustles, forum shorts, and next month's episode. Very exciting.Shaney Crawford on LinkedIn: https://www...
2023-05-222h 42RetireJapan TVRetireJapan TV S01E06: Getting a mortgage in Japan, shareholder benefits, AI, fasting, and more!RetireJapan TV is a monthly show about personal finance in Japan with news, deep dives on specific topics, interviews with guests, and as much Q&A as you can handle.
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In today's show we will talk to our guest about the challenges and options when trying to get a home loan in Japan. We'll also take a look at the month's stories and content.
1. Today we are talking to Emil Gorgees, mortgage broker based in Tokyo and all-round nice bloke
2. News: a look at finance-related (mostly) stories from the news
3. Forum shorts: some interesting topics from the RetireJapan...
2023-04-202h 20
RetireJapan TVRetireJapan TV S01E05: The Donegans, Tax on Survivor Pensions, Bank Insolvency, Creating a DIY WillRetireJapan TV is a monthly show about personal finance in Japan with news, deep dives on specific topics, interviews with guests, and as much Q&A as you can handle.
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In today's show we will talk to our guests about their imminent trip to Japan, their online content, and just how they managed to reach financial independence so soon. We'll also take a look at the month's stories and content.
1. Today we are talking to Katie and Alan Donegan, personal finance thought leaders and world travellers
2. News: a look at finance-related (mostly) stories from the news
3. Forum shorts...
2023-03-221h 27RetireJapan TVRetireJapan TV S01E04: ChatGPT, inflation in Japan, discount JR train tickets, and more…RetireJapan TV is a monthly show about personal finance in Japan with news, deep dives on specific topics, interviews with guests, and as much Q&A as you can handle.
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In today's show we will look at the month's stories and content.
1. Our mystery guest has been in the news a lot recently
2. News: a look at finance-related (mostly) stories from the news
3. Forum shorts: some interesting topics from the RetireJapan forum
4: Q&A with our live audience: join us to ask questions and comment on the show
5: Nex...
2023-02-221h 32RetireJapan TVRetireJapan TV S01E03: From teaching English to programming in Japan (@TheYokohamaLife), and more…RetireJapan TV is a monthly show about personal finance in Japan with news, deep dives on specific topics, interviews with guests, and as much Q&A as you can handle.
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In today's show we will welcome our first guest, LaShawn Toyoda ( @theyokohamalife )! I'm really excited to share her incredible story with you: came to Japan, worked as an English teacher, retrained and learned to code in just a few months, found a job and moved to a new career and is now making more money and enjoying her life more.
1. Conversation with LaSha...
2023-01-241h 27
Business Success JapanCreating Financial Success In Japan with Ben ShearonBen Shearon was a university lecturer in Sendai who retired from formal work in March 2022. He has been in Japan since July 2000, and has run the RetireJapan website since 2013. RetireJapan is the best (and quite possibly only) place to find trustworthy information in English on personal finance, investing, and retirement in Japan, with a wealth of free information and a supportive online community.
Be sure to keep listening to hear more about his insights into what you can do to improve your financial health and set yourself up for future success and stability while living in Japan.
2023-01-1547 minRetireJapan TVRetireJapan TV S01E02: New NISA rules, furusato nozei tip, NISA vs iDeCo for a student, and more…RetireJapan TV is a monthly show about personal finance in Japan with news, deep dives on specific topics, interviews with guests, and as much Q&A as you can handle.
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In today's show:
0:00 1. Intro (Xmas, 3 truths and a lie)
6:30 2. News items
8:13 i. New NISA updates
16:14 ii. Inflation in Japan
21:52 iii. More money for giving birth
28:50 iv. iDeCo changes
34:10 v. Furusato nozei tip
38:17 3. Deep dive: how should a university student save and invest?
51:55 4. Forum shorts
i. Buying a bunch of aircons
ii. UK sta...
2022-12-271h 10
RetireJapan TVRetireJapan TV S01E01: "Your First Ten Million Yen", benefits of the RetireJapan forum, and more…RetireJapan TV is a monthly show about personal finance in Japan with news, deep dives on specific topics, interviews with guests, and as much Q&A as you can handle.
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In today's show:
1. introductions: who are your hosts?
2. news: RetireJapan logo colours, NISA rumours, Furusato nozei English site, Your First Ten Million Yen course
3. deep dive: the RetireJapan Forum
4: forum topics of interest: renegotiating a mortgage, starting a junior NISA in late 2022, gift tax in Japan
5. Q&A: no questions this week
6. Next session: December 26th 20:00~
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2022-11-2254 min