immigration

LIVING IN JAPAN

Japan May Require Japanese Language Test for Permanent Residency

The Japanese government may also require applicants to take courses in Japanese culture and manners before settling in for the long haul.

LIVING IN JAPAN

Japan Continues Cracking Down on Foreigners, for Some Reason

New proposals around property registration and naturalization raise questions around what problem the country is trying to solve.

LIVING IN JAPAN

Japan to Increase Residence Permit Fees Amid Rising Immigration Costs

The move is meant to align with fees set by Western countries - but many residents complain the new rates are exorbitant.

LIVING IN JAPAN

A Changing Japan: Foreign Residents Surpass 10% in Some Areas

As debate surges around immigration, new data shows some towns in Japan have foreign populations as high as 36%.

INSIDER

Japan’s Obsession With Punishing Foreigners is a Ticking Time Bomb

Japan's ruling class can't admit how badly it's failed the country. So it's blaming foreigners for all its problems instead.

LIVING IN JAPAN

Japan Will Make Some Foreign Residents Prepay Health Insurance Premiums

The move is one of a number of increasing restrictions on Japan's foreign population amidst an increase in right-wing nationalism.

TRAVEL

Japan to Raise Inbound Tourism Fees Instead of Taxes

As inbound travel keeps booming, Japan says it will use the revenue to fund overtourism measures and make high school free.

FOOD

Halal Ramen in Tokyo: A Look at the Expanding Scene

Wanna enjoy one of Japan's signature dishes but still stay halal? These five shops in Tokyo serve noodles without the pork and…