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Jun 11, 2026
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Japan’s decision to tighten the requirements for the business manager visa has sparked panic among foreign residents who run small family-run businesses. 

Foreign business owners could lose their residency status after the government increased the capital requirement from 5 million yen (approx. $31,000) to 30 million…

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