Immigration
The legal and regulatory environment surrounding the business, employment, and daily lives of foreign nationals in Japan has become increasingly complex as a result of frequent legislative reforms and changing social conditions. Recent changes to Japan’s immigration laws and residency systems, including stricter requirements for the Business Manager visa and the introduction of new categories such as the Specified Skilled Worker and the Employment for Skill Development, have had a significant impact on foreign nationals and their employers and families. Securing and maintaining appropriate immigration status is essential for foreign nationals and their employers to live and conduct business in Japan with stability and confidence, and demand for legal services in this area has increased rapidly.
Our firm provides legal support for a wide range of immigration and residency matters, including work visas, student visas, dependent visas, permanent residence, and naturalization. Each matter requires a case specific determination of the appropriate category, together with a documented explanation establishing eligibility under the applicable legal requirements. These procedures cannot be handled through standardized or formula based approaches. Instead, they require detailed and individualized analysis tailored to the specific circumstances of each case. At our firm, we conduct comprehensive consultations with the applicants and host companies, develop well considered application strategies, and provide support designed to increase the likelihood of approval.
We also advise companies that employ foreign nationals on HR matters. As Japan’s population continues to age and decline, the demand for foreign workers has increased steadily and is expected to grow further in the coming years. At the same time, many companies remain hesitant to hire foreign employees due to concerns about language barriers, cultural differences, and the complexities associated with managing a diverse workforce.
As a law firm, we can provide comprehensive legal services that extend beyond procedural support, from preventive legal planning to dispute resolution, enabling our clients to operate their businesses with confidence.