Want to Work in Japan? Here Are the Visa Options You Should Know
投稿日：2025年6月11日
Thinking of starting a new career in Japan?
Whether you’re drawn by Japan’s culture, economy, or global business presence, working in Japan can be a rewarding experience. But before you take the leap, it’s important to understand the different types of work visas available — and which one fits your background best.
At SG Administrative Legal Services, we help individuals from all over the world find the right visa path for working in Japan. Here’s an overview to help you get started.
Common Work Visa Categories in Japan
1. Engineer / Specialist in Humanities / International Services
This is the most common visa for professionals. It includes jobs in:
- IT / software development
- Translation, interpretation
- Marketing, PR, and international business
- Design, architecture
- Accounting, finance, legal services
- Office-based customer support in a global environment
Requirements:
Generally a university degree or 10+ years of relevant work experience.
2. Highly Skilled Professional Visa
For individuals with strong academic backgrounds, high salaries, and professional careers in areas like:
- Academic research
- Advanced technical fields
- Business management
Benefits:
- Fast-track to permanent residency
- Longer visa periods (5 years)
- Permission for spouse to work full-time
We can help calculate your eligibility points and recommend strategies to qualify.
3. Instructor / Education-related Visas
If you’re planning to teach English or other subjects at public schools, kindergartens, or educational institutions, this visa is for you.
Note: Private English conversation schools (eikaiwa) typically fall under the “Humanities” category.
4. Skilled Labor Visa
For jobs that require certified technical expertise, including:
- Chefs of foreign cuisines
- Auto mechanics
- Construction workers
- Aircraft maintenance
- Jewel processing and more
Requires: Proof of several years of experience or formal certification.
5. Business Manager Visa
Want to start your own company in Japan? This visa is for entrepreneurs and investors who:
- Launch a business with a physical office in Japan
- Invest at least 5 million yen
- Hire employees or create sustainable operations
We support full setup: from business plan preparation to registration and immigration application.
6. Specified Skilled Worker (Tokutei Gino)
For workers in industries facing labor shortages (e.g. caregiving, food service, construction, agriculture).
Some categories allow for long-term stay or even family accompaniment under certain conditions.
How We Can Help
At SG Administrative Legal Services, we don’t just explain visa options — we build a clear strategy for your future in Japan.
We offer:
- Personalized visa consultations
- Full document preparation and application support
- Employer coordination and legal compliance
- Long-term status planning (from work visa to permanent residency)
Whether you already have a job offer or are still exploring, we’ll help you understand what’s realistic and what steps you need to take.
Start your journey with expert support
Japan offers many opportunities — but getting the right visa is key to starting off strong.
Let us guide you through the process and help you make your move to Japan a success.
→ Book a consultation with us today.
Author: Lin（リン）
