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Foreign Business Owners Rush to Leave Japan Due to New Visa Regulations

21 Mayıs 2026Japan Times

Recent changes to the business manager visa in Japan have created significant challenges for foreign business owners, many of whom have established their operations in the country for years. The new, stricter criteria have left these individuals scrambling to find solutions, as they risk losing their ability to rema…
This situation has sparked concerns about the impact on Japan's economy and the diversity of its business landscape.
Japan has historically been a destination for foreign entrepreneurs, but recent policy shifts indicate a move towards stricter immigration controls. The business manager visa has been a vital pathway for many foreign nationals, and changes to its criteria could signal a shift in Japan's approach to foreign investmen…
The tightening of visa regulations reflects a broader trend of increasing scrutiny on foreign nationals in Japan. While the government may argue that these measures are necessary for national security or economic stability, they could inadvertently stifle innovation and investment from foreign entrepreneurs.

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