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Converting foreign driving license to a Japanese one

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Converting your home country license to a Japan driving license (called Gaeman Kirikae) could be a daunting task as the information is highly scattered and people don't know where to start. If had to go through the process again, I probably wouldn't want to do it, even though I got mine in the first attempt. For people like me, I have put together this guide to help you navigate the process. STEP 1: Getting the translation There are multiple organisations that issue the translation for your home country license. I got mine from JAF (Japan Automobile Federation). A Japanese translation is 4,000 yen and a Chinese translation is 4,400 yen. Since it's quite expensive to get the translation done, please make sure kickstart the application process as soon as you receive the translated version. The translated copy can either be mailed or you can print it in nearby 7-Eleven for 20 Yen I think. The instructions will be sent through an email once the translation is available. This is...
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 Permanent Residency in Japan for Foreigners While Japan has a perception of one of the toughest countries for immigration, it is a best kept secret that the process is the easiest provided you have enough points as per their high skilled or work visa program.
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Flight options between India and Japan Here are some of the flight options: Direct Flights ANA/Japan Airlines: Both have direct flights to Delhi and Mumbai but they are quite expensive Air India: Again expensive but sometimes cheaper than ANA/Japan Airlines. Sometimes you can get a cheaper fare through their website. If you register for their frequent flyer program Flying Returns, you can even get a discount of 10% for your first booking. Vietjet: Considering the direct flights are expensive, Vietjet is an attractive option with a stopover in either Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) or Hanoi. Since it's a low cost carrier (LCC), please check if baggage is included in your ticket.
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