Skip to main content

Posts

Showing posts from November, 2025

How to Transfer a Kei Car Title in Japan [2025 Saitama Guide] (軽自動車名義変更ガイド)

Who this article is for: Photo designed by Freepik This is for anyone who is living in Saitama, Japan, and has bought a kei car from a private seller. And you're looking into how to complete the transfer. Or this is for the future kei car owner who is looking into the process in anticipation of getting a car. If you are buying from a dealer, they'll usually handle the paperwork, but this article will still help you understand the process. Now, coming from the perspective of purchasing a car in the United States, all you really need is a bill of sale, sign the pink slips, and then turn in the paperwork. That's all. No hassles assuming there are no issues tied to the seller or the car. In Japan, it is not simple; it’s a bit more involved with paperwork, and there is a required visit to the responsible office. We will get into all of it. In this article, I will explain what you need, what to sign and stamp, and where to go. I will also go into detail in regard to how to fill...