Tommy's Legal Service

Visa & immigration support for living in Japan 🇯🇵 Based in Yokohama Multilingual assistance & legal guidance for international clients

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New mini test for foreign nationals preparing for Japan’s SSW Caregiver field.

Check care communication, infection prevention, safety, workplace Japanese, and key points before applying.

https://t.co/HI9sBDmG3s

#SSW #Caregiver #JapanVisa #TommysLegalService

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New mini test for foreign nationals preparing for Japan’s SSW Food and Beverage Manufacturing field. Check food hygiene, wor kplace Japanese, and key points before applying. https://t.co/5A3eQKG3YC #SSW #JapanVisa #TommysLegalService

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New guide: How to Take the JFT-Basic.

Learn about Prometric ID registration, test reservation, test day, identity documents, result confirmation, retake rules, and SSW visa preparation.

https://t.co/wxHO8MzY8T

#JFTBasic #SSWVisa #WorkInJapan #TommysLegalService

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Free JFT-Basic mini mock test is now available.

Check basic Japanese for daily life, workplace communication, city hall, hospital, and short notices in 16 questions, then see your score instantly.

https://t.co/kv2Or4s1HG

#JFTBasic #SSWVisa #WorkInJapan #TommysLegalService

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New page: Specified Skilled Worker Visa Support for foreign workers in Japan.

Key checks for COE applications, status changes, job changes, employer documents and past immigration concerns.

https://t.co/HUv66pJBGB

#SSW #JapanVisa #TommysLegalService

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New guide: How to Take the JLPT.

Learn how to apply in Japan or overseas, what to check before test day, how to confirm results, where the JLPT is available, and how JLPT may relate to visa preparation in Japan.

https://t.co/HCbz8nZBrI

#JLPT #JapaneseLanguage #WorkInJapan

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Free JLPT N4 mini mock test is now available.

Check beginner Japanese vocabulary, grammar, and reading in 16 questions, then see your score instantly.

https://t.co/oRQdBEyCNG

#JLPT #JLPTN4 #WorkInJapan #TommysLegalService

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A Japanese visa is not the same as status of residence. A visa is usually issued before entry, while landing permission grants the status and period of stay in Japan.

https://t.co/05VDkGU7xQ

#TommysLegalService #JapanVisa #ImmigrationJapan

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A Japanese language test is not required for every Gijinkoku visa case.

This article explains the April 2026 update, Category 3/4 employers, language-based customer-facing duties, CEFR B2, and JLPT N2.

https://t.co/8aIAojEQNx

#Gijinkoku #VisaJapan #JLPTN2 #TommysLegalService

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Japan’s 2026 visa renewal practice now requires closer review of public obligations, employer compliance, and document consistency. The immigration bill passed on May 29, including higher statutory fee ceilings.
https://t.co/APVjolfm5a
#TommysLegalService #JapanVisa

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Free JLPT N2 mini mock test is now available.
Check vocabulary, grammar, and reading in 16 questions, then see your score instantly.

https://t.co/ZATAd9CRMh
#JLPT #JLPTN2 #WorkInJapan #TommysLegalService

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Planning to set up a company in Japan? Company formation, registration, tax, permits, and immigration issues should be reviewed together, especially for foreign entrepreneurs.
https://t.co/x3pFVu2dFV
#TommysLegalService #CompanyFormation #BusinessManagerVisa

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New page published: permanent residence application support in Japan.

Immigration may review length of stay, income, taxes, pension, health insurance, conduct, and current status of residence.

https://t.co/0lHJ4w0k2t

#PermanentResidenceJapan #TommysLegalService

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We published a new page on naturalization application support in Japan.

Naturalization is a nationality procedure handled by the Legal Affairs Bureau, not an immigration status application.

https://t.co/i8SXb7H5gL

#NaturalizationJapan #JapaneseNationality #TommysLegalService

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Kawaguchi City is reported to be creating a foreign resident consultation desk involving immigration officers. General guidance is helpful, but Japan immigration applications require careful document review.
https://t.co/qu2aqUr5Ro
#JapanImmigration #TommysLegalService

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入管申請手数料の上限引上げを含む改正入管難民法が成立しました。在留資格変更・更新は上限10万円、永住許可は上限30万円へ。ただし実際の納付額は今後の政令で決まります。
https://t.co/hXCn8TfzHX
#入管 #永住許可 #TommysLegalService

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Japan’s international student population exceeded 400,000 in 2025.
Before changing from Student status to a work visa, check part-time work, attendance, academic records, job duties, and visa eligibility.
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https://t.co/2xwoqiEmAJ

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Japan is strengthening measures against illegal work. Employers hiring foreign nationals through SNS or referrals should check residence cards, status of residence, and permitted work scope before hiring.
https://t.co/MPMX3FUzYN
#ImmigrationJapan #TommysLegalService

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From June 14, 2026, Japan’s new residence card format is expected to show photos for children aged 1 to under 16.

If issuance is after that date, a child photo may be requested even for earlier applications.

https://t.co/cmntKAORQ5

#JapanVisa #TommysLegalService

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在留外国人の91％が日本での生活に満足。ただし、他国比較で見ると、日本の強みは治安・生活環境、課題は賃金・働き方・在留制度の予見可能性です。統計データから「選ばれる国」としての条件を整理しました。
https://t.co/I7XMhSYvJT
#TommysLegalService #在留外国人 #入管