1. Not everything the agent says is true
You’ve probably heard lines like:
“Guaranteed visa!”
“100% job placement!”
“We’ll handle everything for you!”
Truth? Many agents don’t give you the full picture. Some even submit fake documents, or promise you jobs at restaurants that don’t even exist. One wrong move can get you permanently blacklisted from entering Japan.
👉 Tip: Always verify with official sources like the Japan Embassy in Nepal. Don’t blindly trust agents.
2. 💸 Japan is expensive — especially in the beginning
You might get a part-time job eventually, but the first month? Be ready to spend:
Apartment rent + deposit = ¥100,000+
Transportation(train, bus) = ¥10,000+
Food = ¥30,000+
SIM card, insurance, registration = ¥15,000+
That’s easily Rs. 1.5 lakh+ before you even start earning.
👉 Tip: Have strong savings before you go — ideally over Rs. 2 lakh.
3. 🤫 Japan is clean, quiet… and expects you to be the same
Forget loud phone calls on buses or throwing wrappers on the road.
In Japan, being polite, clean, and quiet is not optional — it’s expected.
Even talking loudly in trains or eating snacks in class can get you silent stares… or worse, a warning.
👉 Tip: Practice “public discipline” from now — no shouting, no mess, no drama.
Read this article for ‘Common Cultural Mistakes To Avoid In Japan’
4. Life without Japanese is a struggle
People often think:
“I’ll just do a simple job, I don’t need the language.”
But in real life:
You can’t read a hospital form
You miss your train stop
At work, they talk around you, not to you
You feel stuck, dependent, and disconnected.
👉 Tip: Start studying JLPT N5 before you land. Even basic knowledge helps massively.
To understand basics of Japanese language exam, read ‘What Are JFT, JLPT, NAT And More – Japanese Language Exams’
5. It’s not just homesickness — it’s “mind-sickness”
Japan is peaceful, yes. But also… lonely.
People don’t talk much. You might not make friends quickly.
And soon, your thoughts go:
“Was this worth it?”
“Why does no one understand me here?”
👉 Tip: Join Nepali support groups or attend programs like Ask a Senpai where you can talk to experienced Nepalis already living in Japan.
Final Thoughts
Going to Japan is a huge achievement — but going prepared makes it worth it.
Don’t go with just dreams in your eyes. Go with open eyes and a smart plan.
Nepali Connect Japan is here for you — from your first thought to your first step in Japan. 🇳🇵➡️ 🇯🇵