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• 2026-10-01

BREAKING: Japan Revises Permanent Residence Guidelines and Issues New Revocation Rules – October 2026

BREAKING UPDATE — OCTOBER 1, 2026 Japan Revises Permanent Residence Guidelines and Issues New Revocation Rules On October 1, 2026, the Immigration Services Agency of Japan (ISA) published a major revi […]

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• 2026-09-25

Japan Business Manager & Startup Visa: What Counts as Management Experience?

Japan Business Manager & Startup Visa: What Counts as “Business Management Experience”? Japan’s revised Business Manager rules and Startup Visa framework now place greater importance on an applica […]

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For foreigners

• 2026-08-28

Japan Immigration Fees Will Increase from October 2026: Change of Status, Visa Renewal, and Permanent Residence Explained

Japan Immigration Fees Will Increase from October 2026: Change of Status, Visa Renewal, Online Payment, and Permanent Residence Explained Japan will revise the government fees for certain immigration […]

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• 2026-09-22

Japan Digital Nomad Visa for Americans: Requirements, 2025 Trends, and Practical Tips

Japan Digital Nomad Visa for Americans: Requirements, 2025 Trends, and Practical Tips Japan’s Digital Nomad Visa is still a relatively new system, but it is already attracting more attention from inte […]

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For foreigners

• 2026-07-19

Japanese Nationality for Children Born Abroad: The 3-Month Rule

Child Born Abroad to a Japanese Parent? Do Not Miss the 3-Month Nationality Reservation Deadline When a child is born outside Japan, completing the local birth registration does not automatically comp […]

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For foreigners

• 2026-06-28

Should Foreign Entrepreneurs Buy Property in Japan Before Applying for a Business Manager Visa?

Should Foreign Entrepreneurs Buy Property in Japan Before Applying for a Business Manager Visa? Some foreign entrepreneurs who want to start a business in Japan consider buying property before applyin […]

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For foreigners

• 2026-06-27

How to Explain an AI, E-Commerce, or Digital Business for a Business Manager Visa in Japan

How to Explain an AI and E-Commerce Business for a Business Manager Visa in Japan Many foreign entrepreneurs today do not have a simple business model. A company may combine AI development, software, […]

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For foreigners

• 2026-06-26

Kitakyushu Travel Guide: A New Digital Map for Exploring Kitakyushu, Japan

Kitakyushu Travel Guide: A New Digital Map for Exploring Kitakyushu, Japan Kitakyushu is becoming easier for international visitors to explore. In June 2026, a new tourism DX digital map service calle […]

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For foreigners

• 2026-06-24

The Startup Visa Is Not the Goal: What Foreign Entrepreneurs Should Prepare Before Switching to a Long-Term Business Visa in Japan

The Startup Visa is not the final goal. It is a preparation period for foreign entrepreneurs who want to build a real business in Japan. Many foreign entrepreneurs focus only on obtaining the Startup […]

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For foreigners

• 2026-06-23

J-Find Visa Japan: A Visa for Graduates of Top Global Universities to Job Hunt or Start a Business in Japan

If you graduated from a top global university within the last five years and are interested in working or starting a business in Japan, the J-Find Visa may be an option to consider. Japan introduced t […]

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