Emigration to Japan

Despite the fact that the Japanese government does not properly support immigrants, there are more and more immigrants who want to move here every year.

Land of the Rising Sun

Japan is a state located on the coast of East Asia, with a population of about 127 million people... The state is divided into 9 districts and 47 prefectures... Each prefecture has its own governor. Most of the population lives in large cities scattered along the coastline.

Those wishing to immigrate here from their home country need to know a few facts about the Land of the Rising Sun:

1. Since the state is located at the junction of tectonic plates, earthquakes are quite common in these parts. Tsunamis are not uncommon. It is also worth noting that Japan has a rather warm climate. In summer, the temperature rises in the country up to 30 ° C and higher. The rainy season begins in June - July. The difference between Japan and other countries is the high humidity. In winter, temperatures rarely drop below 5 ° C;
2. In terms of economic development, Japan ranks 4th in the world ranking. The cost of renting housing in a large city will be 650-800 USD per month... Food prices are higher than in Russia and the CIS countries;
3. A distinctive feature of the Japanese is the exemplary service in cafes, shops and banks. Clean streets are the norm for people in Japan. Illegal waste disposal is punishable by a large fine (up to 10 million yen);
4. Foreigners visiting Japan for the first time may be surprised by the exotic cuisine. Most dishes are based on rice or wheat noodles. Various roots or dried herbs are used as spices. Chopsticks are an indispensable attribute of any Japanese meal.

Emigration to Japan

In order for the move to Japan to be successful, you need to issue a permit to enter the country.

For this you will need:

• Application in English;
• Photos 2 pcs .;
• International passport;
• A package of financial documents confirming the solvency of a foreign citizen;
• Certificate Certificate of Eligibility (issued by the immigration office).

After submitting the necessary documents, the consul considers the application within 1-2 weeks.

Entry to the country is closed:

• For persons with a criminal record;
• Foreign citizens previously deported from the country;
• For persons held accountable for possession, distribution or use of drugs.

In all other cases, you can emigrate to Japan. The easiest way is to issue a document allowing entry into the country:

• Highly qualified specialists with completed higher education;
• Students;
• Exchange program participants;
• The spouse or spouse of a Japanese citizen.

A prerequisite for emigration is knowledge of Japanese and English.

Immigration policy

Even in modern conditions of globalization, Japan is a very closed country. Legal immigration is possible in only a few cases:

• After marrying a Japanese citizen;
• During study or internship;
• If you have an official place of work.

Having received a temporary Japanese visa, a foreign citizen has the right to renew it for the required period or obtain a permanent residence.

The main criterion for the last point is continuous stay in the country for the entire period of stay.

Indispensable conditions are:

• Residence in Japan for 3 years;
• Over 20 years of age and full legal capacity;
• Availability of an official job or sponsor;
• No criminal record.

Permanent residence status must be confirmed every 10 years. The fee is paid once. To obtain permanent residence, you must provide the following documents:

• Statement;
• Resident card;

• Japanese language proficiency test results;
• Certificate from the place of work;
• Receipt of payment of the duty;
• Certificate of no criminal record;
• Bank statement.

Immigration through employment

Many people dream of working in Japan. Based on the reviews, the job can be found on various internet sites. For instance:

• www.daijob.com
• staff.hiwork.jp
• job.japantimes.com

In 2021, the following are in demand:

• Engineers;
• The doctors;
• Pharmacists;
• IT specialists.

In order to get a good position, you must have a university degree, know the language and have at least minimal work experience in your specialty.

Unskilled workers will not be welcomed here. Without specialized education, only two types of people can find work: interns and university students. However, students are not allowed to work more than 4 hours a day. The rest of the time they should devote to their studies. Workers with specialized education, on the contrary, are of interest.

You can immigrate through employment if you have a valid passport and a document confirming the right to enter Japan.

Business immigration and investment

It is not possible to obtain a residence permit by investment in Japan. Contribution to the Japanese economy and owning a business only contribute to obtaining a residence permit. Large investments can also help to obtain permanent residence status. It is most profitable to invest in the purchase of real estate and land plots.

The most demanded industries for business among immigrants:

• Consulting;
• Architecture;
• Building bussiness.

Foreign businessmen will have to face various kinds of difficulties, such as distrust of outsiders and Japanese conservatism. In addition, renting premises in large cities is very expensive. An easy way to avoid these difficulties is to find a partner in Japan and start a joint business.

Immigration through education

In all Japanese universities, tuition is paid. The cost for one year will be 4-6 thousand dollars. To obtain a bachelor's degree, students study for 4 years, master's - 6 years.

To obtain a study visa you will need:

• Secondary education diploma;
• Statement;
• Proof of Japanese language proficiency;
• International passport;
• Photos - 2 pcs.

If it is not possible to pay for tuition, a student can apply for participation in the "Student" program. It was developed by the Government of Japan in order for students from other countries to study the culture of the country and get to know the Japanese language. The candidate must be at least 17 years old, complete 11 grades, and be a citizen of a country that has diplomatic relations with Japan.

Pros of education in Japan:

• Chance to get a job in one of the Japanese companies after graduation;
• The opportunity to study the culture, language and customs of the country;
• All students are paid a scholarship.

Minuses:

• High requirements for students;
• Lectures are delivered either in English or in Japanese, Russian is not used;
• High prices for housing and food.

Immigration through the acquisition of real estate

Buying real estate in Japan will in no way increase a foreign national's chances of migrating. Owning property on the territory of the state can only contribute to the adoption of a positive decision in the issue of obtaining a residence permit.

The most expensive real estate is in the capital, Tokyo. High prices in other large cities - Osaka, Nagoya, Kyoto.

Immigration through marriage

Fake marriages are strictly prohibited in Japan. The alliance, concluded with the aim of obtaining permanent residence, is equated by the Japanese with deception. Upon discovery of this fact, the Japanese government revokes the foreign citizen's residence permit. In case of divorce, foreigners are given 1 month to leave Japan.

Even if you conclude a real marriage with a resident of Japan, you will have to go through the procedure for obtaining citizenship. After marriage, the newlyweds are checked by employees of the migration service. After 3 years, if the union has not broken up and is not fictitious, the foreign citizen is issued a residence permit.

Life in Japan after immigration

Many people dream of moving to Japan permanently and obtaining Japanese citizenship. And this is not surprising, because this country has a fairly high standard of living. First of all, immigrants are attracted by high salaries.

In addition, the positive aspects of life in Japan are:

• Prestigious education;
• Quality medical care;
• Opportunity to explore Japanese culture;
• Career growth.

However, despite the obvious advantages, life in Japan has a number of disadvantages:

• High prices for groceries and rental housing;
• Bad ecology;
• High tuition fees at universities;
• Alertness on the part of the indigenous population.

You can learn more about life in the Land of the Rising Sun from the reviews of immigrated residents of other countries.

Dana:Living in Japan is cool, but there are several "buts": firstly, prepare yourself for the fact that you will always be a foreigner for local residents, and secondly, wherever you are, you will always be considered or tried to photograph, and thirdly if you do not speak Japanese it will be very difficult. Living in Japan is expensive, especially when it comes to food and travel costs. Contrary to the prevailing stereotype that bustle reigns in large Japanese cities, in practice this is not at all the case. During my stay here (which is 2 years) I have never seen people pushing or arguing on the street.

Alyona:For a foreign student in Japan, there is a certain list of part-time jobs. This is a waiter, bartender, cook or cleaner. Hiring managers sometimes turn a blind eye to the rules and allow 5-6 hour shifts. Working in a bar 6 days a week allows me to pay for my studies and rent. To get a higher position, you need to know the language.

Dmitriy: The standard of living in the Japanese wilderness is higher than in a large Russian city. You can buy anything here even at night. Each city has its own laws on the cleanliness of the streets, which are strictly observed by everyone. It is not customary to go on a visit - the Japanese rarely invite someone to their home.

Before leaving your home country, you need to weigh the pros and cons. It is easier for specialized specialists to find their place in Japan, but people without specialization cannot count on high salaries. Average monthly earnings will be $ 1,300.