Japanese New Year Decorations: Traditions, Meaning, and Customs
Discover how Japanese homes and businesses decorate and prepare for the New Year, from kadomatsu and kagami mochi to traditional cleaning rituals.
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How to Survive Pollen Season in Japan: Tech and Lifestyle Tips
Discover effective ways to reduce pollen and allergen exposure in Japan using modern technology, air purifiers, masks, and smart daily habits.
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Japan’s 2026 Legal and Regulatory Changes: What You Need to Know
Explore 15 key laws and regulatory reforms coming to Japan in 2026, including joint custody, tax changes, immigration fees, and other major updates.
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Dependent Visa PR Approval Case Studies (Japan)
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Dependent Visa PR Rejection Case Studies (Japan)
Real case studies of Permanent Residence (PR) rejections for Dependent Visa holders in Japan, including income issues, work violations, and strategies to improve approval chances.
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Dependent Visa for Freelancers in Japan: Gray Zones, Risks, and Legal Alternatives
Is freelancing allowed on a dependent visa in Japan? Learn what’s legal, what’s risky, real gray zones, income limits, penalties, and safer alternatives for foreign residents.
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Dependent Visa to Permanent Residency in Japan: Complete PR Pathway Guide
Can you get permanent residency in Japan on a dependent visa? Learn eligibility rules, timelines, marriage requirements, income thresholds, and step-by-step PR strategy.
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Dependent Visa Japan: Rules for Working, Studying, and Renewal
Living in Japan on a dependent visa? Learn the rules for working, studying, part-time limits, renewal process, and common mistakes foreigners make.
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Visa Overstay in Japan: Penalties, Grace Periods, and Solutions
Overstayed your visa in Japan? Learn penalties, grace periods, deportation risks, and legal solutions for foreigners who overstay their residence status.
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Can You Change Employers Without Changing Your Visa in Japan?
Can foreigners change jobs in Japan without changing their visa? Learn when it’s allowed, when you must notify Immigration, and when a visa change is required.
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Work Visa Renewal Documents in Japan (2026): Complete Checklist for Foreigners
Full checklist of documents required for work visa renewal in Japan. Updated 2026 guide with tax, company, and special case requirements.
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How Long Does a Work Visa Extension Take in Japan? (2026 Guide)
How long does a work visa extension take in Japan? Updated 2026 guide covering processing time, delays, documents, and what to do while waiting.
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How to Deal With City Hall in Japan (A Foreigner’s Practical Guide)
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Discover the unwritten rules of Japanese office culture. Learn how meetings, hierarchy, communication, and work hours really function in Japan.
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