Bank account in Japan for non-resident?

Question

I've just registered as a member of Linkshare Japan, run by Rakuten.

However, in order for me to get paidfor the commissions earned, I need to have a Japan bank account.

The company do not issue check, only direct deposit to Japan bank account(checking/saving).

I know it is impossible to get a Japan bank account since I do not resides in Japan.

I am unable to participate in he program until I get a Japan bank account.

Any idea how to solve this problem?

Anyone in Japan willing to lend his/her bank account? I am willing to pay commissions for usage of your bank account.

Sorry if the idea is absurd and sound crazy. But I am really out of option.

Or do you have better idea? Please help.

Thanks Ari. I'm force to answer you for the accusation. It's nothing like that.

The Linkshare Japan does email to me. They themselves try to find a bank account in Japan but coming back saying it's not possible. So it's up to me to find alternative.

I've a friend's friend staying in Japan with a Japan bank account. But this will be the last option because when he came back, then I would be left stranded.

I prefer to do it right the first time before I start the webpages in Japan and a Japan bank account is definitely critical in deciding whether I should continue with it.

I've North America, Europe and Ocenia covered on my site but nothing from Asia. So I am really keen to add Japan as the first country in Asia to be included and I hope I can get it through.

In fact, I'm running a high risk using other people account if they ran away with my money.

Anyway, you can check on the account that the money is from Rakuten. I won't be so dumb posting here if I run Nigerian scam.

By the way, I'll keep you guys posted about the developement of the Japan site.

I'm now trying to locate if the program I want to run can be found in other Japan affiliate networks which issue cheque/check for commissions.

If you know any affiliate network in Japan, please let me know. My job is becoming extra difficult as I do not know Japanese language.

I am now relying totally on google translation tool to guess the meaning of the whole site.

Since my origin is Chinese, and some of the Japanese words similar to Chinese character, I can guess a little bit better but still very limited.

As an Asian, I guess I've the responsibility to ensure at least one Asia country is featured on my site. Otherwise, it would be shamed to me.

Despite the difficulty, I'll try my best to show the world, we Asian are not far behind or at least equally good in comparion to other parts of the world.

Japan is the only Asian country offering the program I want ot run.

Let's hope for the best.

Answer 1

japan does not issue bank accounts to anyone that is not legally living in japan. At a minimum, you need an ARC (alien registration card). There is NO other option.

Answer 2

what is really your Nationality? a U.S. national? if yes, you don't need to give up your Alien Registration Card since you have a Permanent Residence Certificate already. besides, your re-entry permit is valid within the status of your residency card you are holding. and also, you can get in and out of Japan at any time as you like being an American National. if you are working in Japan (were working), paying taxes is an obligation. Pension is different and you cannot avail that if you did not file an application to apply for Pension thereafter. cancelling the services of water, electricity, cable, and cellphone is a must prior to leaving for US. coz if not, billing will continue.

Answer 3

Rakuten Bank English

Answer 4

Sorry this is ill-legal matter no one could share their account.
What is the surety if you are not like Nigeria spam case which CIA is always eager to know more.

Even you are good guy but these kind of help is difficult. If Rakuten will only deposit in local Bank means that is not for overseas people right? and they don't want money to go out right?

Instead asking us why not ask them directly.

Why you don't have profile? strange???

Answer 5

i have some problem..want to sell in japan..but nobody can offer such service...i have been trying to find the business center there with membership and open business with registered number..but strangely..there is no service like what in japan...rakuten offered sell in japan..but you need to ship products there..if you can find something ..let me know...frank

Answer 6

any banks you know that honor home mortages for non JN residents?

Answer 7

if u r not a resident i don't think it s possible