Category: Work & Career

Japan’s New Long-Term Residency Paths in 2025: PR, HSP, and Startup Options Explained

Life in Japan, News & Updates, Visas & Immigration, Work & Career

🏠 Introduction: Staying in Japan for the Long Run After living in Japan for over five years, I’ve seen many foreigners hit the same wall — they love life here but don’t know how to stay long-term. In 2025, Japan has updated several immigration pathways to make permanent residence (PR) and highly skilled visas more […]

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Japan Work Visa 2025: How to Apply, Jobs & Real-Life Tips

Life in Japan, My Journey, Visas & Immigration, Work & Career

When I arrived in Japan in 2020 with just a suitcase and a dream, the idea of working legally here seemed complicated—foreign language, cultural barriers, dense paperwork. Five years later, living in Kyoto and working full-time, I’ve walked through that process and seen how it works in real life. In this article I’ll walk you

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💼 Why Japan’s Work Culture Is Changing (And What It Means for Foreigners)

Culture & Society, Life in Japan, Work & Career

When people think of Japan’s work culture, they often imagine long hours, strict hierarchies, and endless overtime.That stereotype still exists — but Japan in 2025 is not the Japan of the early 2000s. After five years of living here and working with both Japanese and international teams, I’ve seen real change.Slow, but steady.This new work

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🎌 Working Holiday Visa Japan 2025: Eligibility, Jobs, and Cost

Visas & Immigration, Work & Career

🇯🇵 What Is the Working Holiday Visa in Japan? Japan’s Working Holiday Visa allows young travelers from select countries to live and work in Japan for up to one year.It’s perfect for those who want to experience Japanese life, improve their language skills, and fund their stay through part-time work. Unlike student or work visas,

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Japan’s Business Manager Visa Reform: Old vs. New (Effective Mid-October 2025)

Visas & Immigration, Work & Career

Japan’s “Business Manager” residence status (経営・管理 visa) allows foreign nationals to live in Japan while operating a company, with possibilities for family dependents and long-term residency. However, from October 16, 2025, the Business Manager Visa will operate under significantly stricter rules. This article compares the old requirements versus the new regime, outlines who is affected,

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How to Find a Part-Time Job (Arubaito) in Japan as a Student: A Realistic Guide

Life in Japan, Tips & Resources, Work & Career

Finding a part-time job (アルバイト / arubaito) in Japan can be one of the best ways to improve your Japanese, make friends, and support your living expenses. But if you’re an international student, there are important rules you must follow. In this guide, I’ll break everything down clearly and realistically—no sugarcoating. 1. Can International Students

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