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Digital Nomad in Japan: The Complete Guide to Visas, Housing, & Working Remotely in 2026

Japan keeps coming up on every digital nomad's list but quickly gets crossed off because it feels too complicated or too expensive.

In this post, we break down exactly how to make it work: the right visa approach, where to base yourself, what housing actually looks like, and the real cost-of-living numbers.

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