Expat Japan Guide

Moving to Japan from Canada: Complete Guide for Canadians (2025)

What you'll learn in this guide Canada’s Working Holiday Visa for Japan — eligibility, how to apply Canada-Japan Double Tax Agreement explained clearly CAD to JPY: real cost comparison for Canadians in Japan What to do with your RRSP, TFSA, and RESP when leaving Canada Banking setup using Wise and Japanese banks Canadian-specific checklist for the first month in Japan Quick Answer Canadian citizens aged 18–30 can enter Japan on a Working Holiday Visa (12 months, full work rights). For long-term stay, a work visa sponsored by a Japanese employer is the standard route. Japan is significantly cheaper than major Canadian cities — Toronto or Vancouver rent vs Tokyo runs about 2:1 in Japan’s favour. ...

May 17, 2025 · 6 min · Expat Japan Team