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national pension; basic public pension
Japan's basic public pension system that covers all residents aged 20-59. It is the first tier of Japan's pension system and provides a basic old-age pension.
国民年金に加入する。
To enroll in the national pension.
国民年金の保険料は毎月払う。
National pension premiums are paid every month.
20歳になったら国民年金に入らなければならない。
You must join the national pension when you turn 20.
Japan's basic pension system covering all residents between ages 20 and 59, including foreign residents. Enrollment is mandatory. Self-employed individuals and students pay premiums directly, while company employees have their contributions handled through 厚生年金 (employees' pension), which includes the national pension.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 国民年金に加入する: to enroll in the national pension
- 国民年金の保険料: national pension premium
- 国民年金を受け取る: to receive national pension benefits
- 国民年金の免除: national pension exemption
JAPAN'S PENSION SYSTEM:
- 国民年金 (1st tier): basic pension for all residents
- 厚生年金 (2nd tier): employees' pension — additional pension for company employees and civil servants
PRACTICAL NOTE:
Foreign residents who leave Japan after paying into the system for less than 10 years may apply for a 脱退一時金 (lump-sum withdrawal payment).