Congratulations on your new position. This section of our website contains useful information to guide and prepare you for your new position, covering issues such as visas, housing, and preparing for your first day. For information on how to get to the campus and to where you will be working, please visit ouraccess page.

Greetings from the PresidentA welcoming message from President Makoto Gonokami

VisasInformation is provided on which visa is required and how to apply.

HousingOn and off campus housing information

Employee BenefitsLearn about benefits that are available to you as a RIKEN employee.

Requirements for Non-RIKEN EmployeesRequirements for non-RIKEN employees such as visiting researchers supported by external funds, interns, students, and trainees etc.

Family SupportCommunity and RIKEN information for families

MTA and Safety TrainingImportant Research/Laboratory start-work requirements and preparations

On ArrivalActions to complete on your first days at RIKEN and in Japan