If you’re living in Fukuoka and have a valid foreign driver’s license, you can legally drive in Japan after converting it, a process known as “gaimen kirikae” (外免切替).In this guide, I will explain how to convert your driver’s license in Fukuoka, including the step-by-step process, documents you’ll need, and useful tips to make it easier,
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Proses gaimen kirikae (外免切替), atau konversi SIM asing menjadi SIM Jepang, memang sudah lama dikenal rumit dan membingungkan. Dengan adanya perubahan peraturan pada Oktober 2025 yang memperkenalkan format baru untuk ujian tertulis (知識確認 / chishiki kakunin) dengan tingkat kesulitan yang lebih tinggi, banyak dari kalian mungkin merasa tidak termotivasi atau bahkan ragu untuk melanjutkan proses
The gaimen kirikae (外免切替）process, or converting your foreign driver’s license to a Japanese one — has always been surrounded by an amount of confusion. With the October 2025 updates introducing a new written-test （知識確認）format with increased difficulty, many of you out there are likely feeling demotivated and hesitant to convert your driver’s license. So then,
Finding a part-time job in Japan can be one of the most rewarding experiences for foreign residents and students. It’s a splendid way to not only earn extra income, but also to drastically improve your Japanese and earn valuable work experience. In 2025, Japan will continue to open more work opportunities for foreigners, from restaurants
Updated for the new rules starting Oct. 2025 – Your Complete Gaimen Kirikae Guide If you live in Saitama and already have a valid foreign driver’s license, you can legally drive in Japan after completing the license conversion process (外免切替 / gaimen kirikae). This guide contains everything you need to know, from the required documents
If you’re living in Shizuoka and already have a valid foreign driver’s license, you can legally drive in Japan by converting it into a Japanese license through a process known as “Gaimen Kirikae” (外免切替).This guide will walk you through everything you need to know, from the required documents to where you need to go in
The Written Test Just Got Harder From October 1st 2025, the foreign driver’s license conversion (gaimen kirikae/外免切替) process in Japan has become more challenging. Updates to the rules and question bank have made the written test significantly trickier. It used to be that there were only 10 questions on the test, but this has now
Unexpected car troubles can happen at the most inconvenient times. Whether it’s a flat tire, a dead battery, or even running out of fuel on the road, these issues can quickly turn a smooth drive into a stressful situation real fast. That’s where Ziplus Road Service comes in, offering 24/7 roadside assistance, 365 days a
So, you’re living in Kyushu now, and you’ve realized that being able to drive a car or motorcycle would be quite handy, but how exactly do you go about converting your foreign drivers license? Many foreign residents in Kyushu go through the 外免切替 (gaimen kirikae) process, and while national rules apply, each prefecture has its