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I need to consult with an attorney. Where can I find one?
Where are sightseeing spots in Aichi Prefecture?
How can I have my signature seal registered?
Is there any daily life information magazine for foreigners?


I need to consult with an attorney. Where can I find one?

Below organizations offer legal consultations.
  • Nagoya Legal Counseling Center (Aichi Bar Association)
    Legal Consultations for Foreign Residents
    (free of charge, appointment required)
    Location Nagoya-shi Naka-ku Sakae 4-1-1
    Chunichi Bldg. 3F
    Date & Time of consultation 13:30-16:30 Every Tuesday
    Language Japanese only
    TEL for appointment 052-252-0044
    Consultation fees 5,250 Yen per case (Tax included)

  • Aichi International Association, Free Legal Consultations for Foreign Residents
    (free of charge, appointment required, )
    Location Nagoya-shi Naka-ku Sannomaru 2-6-1
    Sannomaru Annex Bldg. 1F
    Date & Time of consultation 2nd & 4th Friday 13:00 to 16:00
    Language English, Portuguese, Spanish and Chinese
    Time for appointment 10:00-18:00 Mon-Thu on the week of consultation (until 12:00 on Thursday) (Chinese is available on Mondays only)
    TEL for appointment 052-961-7902

  • Nagoya International Center, Legal Consultation for Foreigners
    (appointment required, free of charge)
    Location Nagoya-shi Nakamura-ku Nagono 1-47-1
    Nagoya international Center Bldg.
    Date & Time of consutation 10:00-12:30 every Saturday
    Language English, Portuguese, Spanish and Chinese
    TEL for appointment 052-581-6111(available for 24 hours by answering machine)

  • Hoterasu Aichi, Legal Consultations for Foreign Residents
    (free of charge, appointment required)

    Location Nagoya-shi Naka-ku 4-1-8
    Suncity Bldg. 15F
    Date & Time of consutation 10:00-12:30 1st & 3rd Thursday
    Language English, Portuguese, Spanish, Chinese, Korean, Tagalog and others
    TEL for appointment 050-3383-5460 (Japanese only for appointment call)

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Where are sightseeing spots in Aichi Prefecture?


  Aichi Prefecture is rich in tourism resources, such as historic sites, famous sightseeing spots and traditional culture. The Nagoya and Owari regions in the western part of the Prefecture are dotted with modern cultural facilities and historic sites. In the region surrounding Mikawa Bay there are spa resorts, bathing beaches and angling spots. Many places are renowned for their scenic beauty. The Mikawa region in the northeastern part of the Prefecture excels in natural landscapes, such as mountains, plateaus and valleys; you will be fascinated with the scenic beauty this area has to offer in every season. For more information, contact organizations listed below.
  • Tourism and Convention Division, Aichi Prefecture
    URL http://www.pref.aichi.jp/kanko/

  • Sightseeing Association Aichi
    URL http://www.aichi-kanko.jp/

  • Nagoya Convention & Visitors Bureau
    URL http://www.ncvb.or.jp/

  • Nagoya City Tourist Information Center (Nagoya Station)
    TEL 052-541-4301 (English available)
    9:00-19:00 Everyday

  • Nagoya City Tourist Information Center (Kanayama)
    TEL 052-323-0161 (English available)
    9:00-20:00 Everyday

  • Oasis 21 i Center
    TEL 052-963-5252 (English available)
    9:00-20:00 Everyday

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How can I have my signature seal registered?


  Anyone over 15 years old possessing a Certificate of Alien Registration can apply for a certificate of seal registration. You can apply for it at the section in charge of seal registration at your local municipal office.

  To be registered, a signature seal must be of a size circumscribable by a square more than 8 mm and less than 25 mm per side (seal sizes are generally in this range, but rules may differ in other municipalities). The name inscribed on the seal must be the name that appears on your Certificate of Alien Registration.

  One person can register only one signature seal.

  To register your signature seal, required items are as follows.
  1. Your Certificate of Alien Registration
  2. A signature seal to be registered

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Is there any daily life information magazine for foreigners?

  This association publishes a booklet titled “AICHI HANDBOOK” (English, Portuguese, Spanish and Chinese editions), a compilation of information useful to foreigners residing in Aichi Prefecture. Anyone wishing a copy of the booklet can get one for free. You can also see the book’s contents on our website.

<For application>
  • Counseling Section, Aichi International Association
    Nagoya-shi Naka-ku Sannomaru 2-6-1 Sannomaru Annex Bldg. 1F
    TEL 052-961-7902
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