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Latest Articles
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Is the Cost of Getting a Japanese Visa High? A Comparison from a Foreign National’s Perspective
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2026 Update: How Japan’s Refugee System Is Being Operated — Refugee Recognition, Complementary Protection, Humanitarian Permission, and Designated
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Stricter Screening for Intra-company Transferee Status in Japan: Why Overseas Employment Records Now Matter
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Specified Skilled Worker in Transportation: Overview, Requirements, and Practical Considerations
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April 2026 Revisions: Expansion of Food Manufacturing vs. Suspension of Food Service SSW—Adding Meat Retail and the Story Behind the Cap