Housing
Student dorms (¥30–50k), share houses (¥40–70k), apartments (¥50–100k). Start with a dorm for the easiest landing.
Transport
JR + subway dominate. Students get major commuter pass discounts. Suica/PASMO cards are essential.
Food
Convenience store bento (¥500), university cafeteria (¥300–500), or cooking at home (¥20–30k/mo).
Health Insurance
National Health Insurance enrollment is mandatory. ~¥2,000/mo. You pay 30% of medical costs.
Bank Account
Japan Post Bank (Yūcho) is easiest for foreigners. Required for salary, rent payments.
Phone
Cheap SIM plans (¥2,000–3,000/mo) are popular with students. LINE is the universal messaging app.
Cultural Manners
Punctuality, garbage separation, quiet public spaces. Greetings (おはようございます) matter a lot.
Community
Nepali student associations exist in Tokyo, Osaka, Fukuoka. Lean on them when you arrive.