paralegal qualified to prepare legal documents on administrative matters, e.g. immigration- category -

The visa application process is more than just paperwork. It is an extremely rigorous "legal examination" that affects the life and future of an individual foreigner in Japan. As an administrative scrivener with expertise in immigration, I am more than just a document agent...

International Gyoseishoshi Lawyers based in Kyoto must be aware that we are part of the inheritance of the history, culture, and exceptional brand value that this place has built up over the past millennium. With the wave of globalization sweeping over Kyoto, what is required of us is not merely "immigration...

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Audio Commentary There are foreign business owners desperately searching for a "savior" in the back alleys of Kyoto, the cold windy ancient capital of Japan. For them, we are the keepers of their visas and the last hope to connect their dreams. However, after the stricter regulations on October 16, 2025, especially for "first renewal cases that are about to expire," we at Gyoseishoshi Lawyer...

The Specified Skill System is indispensable for resolving the labor shortage. However, host organizations that accept foreign personnel face the risk of violating Japan's Labor Standards Law (Labor Standards Act). Violations of the Labor Standards Law, which cannot be justified by "ignorance" or "inadvertent error," can jeopardize the continuation of business. This system is a safe...

When hiring foreign personnel or proceeding with your own residence status procedures, "Should I hire an administrative scrivener or do it myself? You may be torn between wanting to keep costs down and wanting to avoid the risk of disapproval. In this column, we will discuss...

1. Introduction: Importance of Applying for a Status of Residence (Visa) in the Ancient Capital of Kyoto Kyoto Kyoto is world-famous as a tourist destination, but in recent years, with the advance of foreign companies and the concentration of international universities and research institutes, many foreigners have made Kyoto their base for living, working, and studying. The foundation of life in Japan is the "bi...