Relocation Companies overview
Relocation companies in Japan can support housing search, moving goods, arrival administration, local registration, schooling, and settling-in services. Employer packages vary widely.
What relocation support can include
Relocation companies can help with the practical side of moving, but many candidates should first check what the employer already covers. Some offers include flights and temporary housing; others only support paperwork.
| Service | Planning range | When it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Shipment / moving help | JPY 200k–900k+ | Costs vary by shipment size, family needs, city, and timing. |
| Temporary housing | JPY 250k–800k+ | Costs vary by shipment size, family needs, city, and timing. |
| Destination services | JPY 80k–300k+ | Costs vary by shipment size, family needs, city, and timing. |
| Full corporate package | Varies by employer | Costs vary by shipment size, family needs, city, and timing. |
Providers to research
Before paying for relocation help
- Does the employer provide a relocation allowance or vendor?
- Is temporary accommodation included, and for how long?
- Are flights, shipping, storage, pets, school search, or family support covered?
- Is the service paid upfront or reimbursed after arrival?
- What happens if the visa or start date is delayed?
Before making a decision about Japan
- Verify current official visa and work authorization rules.
- Check whether your occupation, salary, and experience level fit the likely pathway.
- Compare the offer with tax, rent, insurance, transport, and first-month settlement costs.
- Confirm employer support directly before spending time on long application steps.
- Keep documents ready: CV, certificates, references, transcripts, licenses, and language results where needed.
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