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Writing a Japanese Resume (Rirekisho) as a Foreigner
Japan Unemployment Insurance for Foreign Workers: Can You Claim 雇用保険?
Japan Regional Migration Subsidy: Up to ¥5M to Move Out of Tokyo (Foreigners Eligible?)
Permanent Residency in Japan: The Complete 2026 Guide (Requirements, Routes, Fees & Documents)
How to Read a Japanese Payslip: Kyuyo Meisai Explained for Foreign Workers (2026)
Japan Naturalization (Kika): Citizenship Requirements & Process 2026
Business Manager Visa in Japan: Requirements, Capital, Office, Renewal
The Business Manager (keiei-kanri) visa rules changed on 16 Oct 2025: 30 million yen capital, one full-time staff, a B2 Japanese check, and a vetted business plan.
Changing Jobs on a Work Visa in Japan: The 14-Day Notification
Switching employers on an Engineer/Specialist visa? You must file the contracting-organization notification within 14 days. Plus pension, insurance & tax steps.
The 28-Hour Work Rule for Students in Japan
International students in Japan can work up to 28 hours a week with a work permit, and more during long breaks. Here are the rules, limits, and risks.
The 28-Hour Work Rule in Japan (2026): Part-Time Work for Student and Dependent Visa Holders
On a student or dependent visa in Japan? You need work permission and a 28-hour weekly cap applies. Learn the long-vacation exception (students only), prohibited work, and 2026 enforcement.
Becoming a Sole Proprietor in Japan: Visa Rules, Kaigyo Todoke & Tax
Going freelance/self-employed in Japan? Which visa allows it, the free kaigyo-todoke filing, the blue tax return, and the 2025 Business Manager visa changes.
Student Visa to Work Visa in Japan: Changing Status After Graduation
Graduating in Japan? How to switch from a student visa to a work visa, the job-hunting (Designated Activities) visa, the timeline, and 2026 rule changes to know.