A practical guide to immigration offices in the Kanto area. This article explains which office to check first, what to confirm before visiting, reception hours, ticket-number issues, and reservation-related points for major offices such as Shinagawa, Yokohama, Kawasaki, Tachikawa, Saitama, Chiba, Matsudo, Mito, and Takasaki.
When applying for Permanent Residence in Japan, you must submit not only the application form but also the Acknowledgment Form. This article explains what the form is, why it matters, and what changes should be reported during screening.
On March 10, 2026, the Japanese government approved a bill to create JESTA, a new electronic travel authorization system, and to raise the statutory ceiling for certain immigration-related fees, including change of status, extension of period of stay, and permanent residence. The key point is that this does not mean all fees have immediately increased to those maximum amounts. This article explains what foreign residents and employers should know.
SSW(ii) offers long-term stability and can open a path to family life in Japan. In practice, delays often happen not because of SSW(ii) itself, but because SSW(i) support operations are not well-designed or SSW(ii) requirements are not properly documented. This article clarifies the common misunderstanding—SSW(ii) does not require the SSW(i) support plan—and provides a practical roadmap and checklists for both workers and employers.
Will Japan’s visa renewal process become stricter in 2026? This article reviews 2025 immigration policy changes and explains what may matter next year, including social insurance compliance, unpaid medical bills, and data integration.
This article explains the role of administrative scriveners in supporting Ukrainian evacuees living in Japan. It covers visa assistance, help for those without sponsors, support for employment or business startup, and coordination with local governments and support organizations.