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BREAKING: Japan's Engineer Visa (技人国) Now Requires N2 Japanese Proficiency — April 2026 Update
Japan officially requires CEFR B2 (JLPT N2) Japanese language proof for new Engineer/Specialist visa (技人国) applicants. Find out who is affected, who is exempt, and how to prepare.
Japan Suspends Tokutei Ginou Restaurant Visas from April 13, 2026: What to Do
The Japanese government officially freezes the issuance of new Specific Skilled Worker (Tokutei Ginou) visas for the restaurant industry starting April 13, 2026. What are the legal alternatives?
5 Crucial Japanese Law Changes in 2026: Bicycle Fines, Taxes, Pension
Japan is launching harsh Blue Ticket fines for bicycles, alongside widespread updates to Pension and Tax deductions starting April 2026. Be financially and legally prepared!
Japan Bicycle Law 2026: Blue Ticket Fines — What Changed?
From April 1, 2026, Japan enforces direct Blue Ticket fines on cyclists: phone use 12,000¥, running red lights 6,000¥. See real-life examples and common mistakes foreigners make.
2026 Warning: PR Application Fee Cap to Increase to 300,000 JPY
The Japanese government has approved an amendment to increase the maximum PR application fee from 10,000 JPY to a massive 300,000 JPY. What does this mean for foreigners in Japan?
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BREAKING: Japan's Engineer Visa (技人国) Now Requires N2 Japanese Proficiency — April 2026 Update
Japan officially requires CEFR B2 (JLPT N2) Japanese language proof for new Engineer/Specialist visa (技人国) applicants. Find out who is affected, who is exempt, and how to prepare.
Japan Suspends Tokutei Ginou Restaurant Visas from April 13, 2026: What to Do
The Japanese government officially freezes the issuance of new Specific Skilled Worker (Tokutei Ginou) visas for the restaurant industry starting April 13, 2026. What are the legal alternatives?
2026 Warning: PR Application Fee Cap to Increase to 300,000 JPY
The Japanese government has approved an amendment to increase the maximum PR application fee from 10,000 JPY to a massive 300,000 JPY. What does this mean for foreigners in Japan?
Japan Transportation in 2026: Suica Mobile, Shinkansen Private Rooms & New GRAN Tenku Train
Suica Mobile for iOS gains Shinkansen e-ticket support in Spring 2026. Tokaido Shinkansen launches semi-private booths in October. GRAN Tenku train to Koyasan debuts April 24.
Tokyo Housing Costs in 2026: Rent by Ward, Upfront Fees & Tips for Foreigners
Studio in Tokyo: ¥80,000-110,000/month. Central wards (Minato, Shibuya) cost 20-40% more. Initial move-in fees can reach 3-7 months' rent.