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Thanks for the responses.

So..I need to get the 中型 (medium size) license before going for the large license?

Got it:)

Dear Forum, I'm looking to get an 大型 (Large) motorcycle license this year. PROBLEM: The prices for driving schools are -- enthusiastic -- to say the least. QUESTION: Has anyone been there and if so, is there a better more economical way to the grail? As always, cheers to Ben T for an excellent forum...

Thanks, everyone:)

Thankfully, I do have 3rd. party insurance!

Good morning,

I've just purchased a 2nd. hand car. I have to have basic coverage when I get the Shaken, but does anyone have additional coverage? If so, which company / policy would you recommend?

Cheers:)

Jeff

I own a Seison American Express Card, which is great for accumulating points / miles.

But are there any other Japanese credit cards that the RetireJapan community highly recommends for:

- Online shopping?
- Travel?
- Small Businesses?

Good morning, Thank-you Ben Tanaka for this answer. *Although I said I had 2 questions, there were actually 3 - and you answered each one with clear-cut replies. If I may, I have 1 further question + 1 Gordian knot: - QUESTION 1: With regard to iDECO, is SBI Securities still the recommended bank for...

FIRST POST - be nice please :) I have been a "Couch Potato" investor (Millionaire Teacher) in banks outside of Japan for a couple of years (SAXO Singapore + InvestNow in New Zealand). A few months ago, I decided 100% to retire in Okinawa :). MY FINANCIAL SITUATION: I am self-employed, but ...