Teikiken: What to Do When You Lose Your Commuter Pass in Japan
If you lose your residence card or teikiken (commuter pass) in Japan, they’re not so hard to replace and hopefully, you’ve learned some ways to make it easier for yourself.

If you lose your residence card or teikiken (commuter pass) in Japan, they’re not so hard to replace and hopefully, you’ve learned some ways to make it easier for yourself.
This blog will provide some guidance on what to do if you need when you lose your residence card and how to navigate interactions with the police if necessary while in Japan.
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