Thanks for the advice everyone.
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Originally Posted by Sangetsu
As for banks, I recommend Shinsei Bank. There is a large branch on Yaesu-dori within walking distance of Tokyo Station. Just go out the Yaesu Central Exit from the station, it faces Yaesu-dori. Shinsei bank is at the third traffic light on the right side of the road. They have English speaking tellers there if your Japanese skills are lacking.
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I've heard from other people that Shinsei is good as well and the location is convenient. Do you know if they've got a lot of ATMs, or is it going to be a bit of a hunt to find one when I'm not in central tokyo?
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Originally Posted by Firebird
For getting into Tokyo, i spend only 10USD for the train to Ueno and around 2USD for the subway, but if youre more inside you will probably spend a bit more.
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What do you use to get to Ueno? I've gotta make my way to the Tokyo Eki ultimately, but if it's only $10 go to Ueno I can afford to pay for the extra train ride...
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Originally Posted by Firebird
But i guess you will be without money supply for at least 1 month. To open a bank account you will need a alien registration card, wich will take 2 weeks at least. If you are lucky you can open it with a cetificate that you can get when you apply (you have to ask for it!) And it will take at least another week if not 2 till you get your papers and card after your opened your account, so i would take some cash and a card for emergencys.
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Does anyon know what the alien registration card is called in japanese? Likewise, what should I ask for to get the certificate?
You guys are life-savers