https://www.topia.ne.jp/english/category/bunya/usefulinfo/index.rss ja Helpful Information for Foreign Residents https://www.topia.ne.jp/english/docs/2026073100025/ On Sunday, July 26, 2026, TOPIA held a Consultation Session for Foreign Residents.   The purpose of this consultation session was to support foreign residents living in Tokushima so that they can live safely and with peace of mind.   During the session, an officer from the Tokushima Immigration Office provided consultations to three groups of foreign residents. TOPIA counselors served as interpreters.   Participants received accurate information from the immigration offi... Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:49:43 +0900 Helpful Information for Foreign Residents Event Information https://www.topia.ne.jp/english/docs/2026073000028/ Learn Japan's traffic rules, obtain a driver's license, and make it useful for your work and daily life!   Please apply using the URL below. https://nihonjobs.pref.tokushima.lg.jp/information/1854/   外国人のための運転免許取得支援講座チラシ[PDF：2.04MB] Fri, 31 Jul 2026 10:54:47 +0900 Helpful Information for Foreign Residents Announcement https://www.topia.ne.jp/english/docs/2026072700035/ If an earthquake or other natural disaster occurs, what will you do? The Tokushima Prefecture Government, in conjunction with the Tokushima Prefectural International Exchange Association (TOPIA), is proud to announce a study tour for foreign residents at the Tokushima Prefecture Disaster Prevention Center to provide information on what to do in case of a natural disaster. During this study tour, you will be able to experience simulated earthquakes, strong winds, learn how to extinguish a fi... Mon, 27 Jul 2026 17:02:55 +0900 Helpful Information for Foreign Residents Disaster-related Information Event Information https://www.topia.ne.jp/english/docs/2026062600024/ On Wednesday, June 24, 2026, TOPIA held a Pension Seminar.   A staff member from the Tokushima North Pension Office gave a presentation on Japan's public pension system. The seminar covered the basic features of the pension system, including the requirement for foreign residents living in Japan to enroll in and pay pension premiums. Participants also learned that people who have difficulty paying premiums, such as students, may be eligible for the Special Payment System for Students o... Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:14:21 +0900 Helpful Information for Foreign Residents Event Information https://www.topia.ne.jp/english/docs/2026062400020/ “I want to consult about my residence status and visa." "I have some concerns about living in Japan…"   People who are having problems about residence status, and daily life in Japan can receive a consultation. Counselors from TOPIA and officers from Immigration Services will listen to your concerns.   Date: Sunday, July 26, 2026 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Place: Tokushima Prefectural International Exchange Association (TOPIA)   The consultation is free of charge. ... Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:10:57 +0900 Helpful Information for Foreign Residents Event Information https://www.topia.ne.jp/english/docs/2026062300023/ For details about the 2026 Global Career Fair for Foreign Nationals, please refer to the webpage below. Global Career Fair | Tokushima Foreign Employment Portal Site         Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:03:48 +0900 Helpful Information for Foreign Residents Event Information https://www.topia.ne.jp/english/docs/2026061500028/ We will hold the Summer School Japanese Lessons for Children again this year!   This program is for elementary school, junior high school, and high school students whose first language is not Japanese. Let's enjoy learning Japanese together!   For details, please see the flyer.⇒　R8夏休み子ども日本語教室（英語）[PDF：1.34MB]   ★ Application Form ⇒　R8申込書・アンケ－ト（英語）[DOC：90.5KB]　   ★ If the Japanese class is canceled, information will be posted on TOPIA's Facebook page. TOPIA Fa... Mon, 15 Jun 2026 13:48:00 +0900 Helpful Information for Foreign Residents Event Information https://www.topia.ne.jp/english/docs/2026061100020/ Let's study together for the December 2026 Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT)!     ・Schedule: July 27, 2026 (Mon) – December 2, 2026 (Wed)　Every Monday and Wednesday, 7:00 PM–8:30 PM   ・Total Classes: 34 sessions (51 hours)   ・No Classes On: August 12 (Wed)／September 21 (Mon)／September 23 (Wed)／October 12 (Mon)／November 23 (Mon)   ・Format: Online (Zoom)   ・Course Content: Grammar／Vocabulary／Kanji／Reading／Listening／Practice Tests／Comprehensive Re... Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:43:40 +0900 Helpful Information for Foreign Residents Announcement https://www.topia.ne.jp/english/docs/2026060900027/ To all Filipinos living in Japan!   Join this Interactive Orientation Session to meet, learn from, and connect with fellow Filipinos living in Japan! If you are starting a new life in Japan, they warmly invite you to participate in this orientation. It is a great opportunity to gain useful information, build connections, and learn about living in Japan from the experiences of others.   ★For more details, please visit the URL below.：https://www.cinga.or.jp/now/9156/ ★ &nbs... Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:38:41 +0900 Helpful Information for Foreign Residents Event Information https://www.topia.ne.jp/english/docs/2026060100106/ Business Japanese Course 【Course Period】 July 1, 2026 (Wed) – December 7, 2026 (Mon) Twice a week (Mondays and Wednesdays) 【Time】 19:00–20:30 July 1 only: 19:00–21:00 【Contents】 "Business Japanese Course" (July 1 – November 18) ◇ Learn Japanese language skills necessary for the workplace Instructor: JTM Tokushima Japanese Network "Employment and Workplace Retention Support Course" (From November 25) ◇ Learn from specialists about the laws and systems necessary for working in Japan... Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:58:19 +0900 Helpful Information for Foreign Residents Announcement