Whether you're on the Special Measure status, applying fresh through TITP or SSW, or aiming straight for a professional visa — here's the whole picture, kept current.
Three doors into Japan.
Every guide we've written comes back to this. Pick the door that matches your situation — each one leads somewhere different.
Work & study
agreements
TITP, SSW, and the professional track — signed dates, requirements, and which one fits your situation.
Verify your
agent first
MOLIP, MOEAF, JITCO — the real channels, and the documented fraud patterns to watch for.
Already in Japan?
Start here
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