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  1. Before moving-in
  2. Contract Finalization Checklist
  3. Prepare Essential documents
  4. Schedule Moving Assistance
  5. Moving-In Day Procedures
  6. Key Handover and Property Inspection
  7. Register Your Address
  8. Update Your Address with Other Services
  9. Setting Up Essential Utilities
  10. Electricity (電気 / denki)
  11. Gas (ガス / gasu)
  12. Water (水道 / suidō)
  13. Internet (インターネット / intānetto)
  14. Mobile Phone Update
  15. Additional Setup Procedures
  16. TV License Fee (NHK)
  17. Mail Forwarding
  18. Neighborhood Association (町内会 / chōnaikai)
  19. First Few Days Essentials
  20. emergency Contacts
  21. Neighborhood Exploration
  22. Garbage Disposal Information
  23. Cultural Etiquette
  24. Greeting Your Neighbors
  25. Noise Consideration
  26. Building Rules
  27. Troubleshooting Common Issues
  28. language-barriers
  29. Payment Methods Without a Japanese Bank Account
  30. Dealing with Delays
  31. Conclusion

moving-in and Setting Up Utilities in Japan: A Guide for Foreigners

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