https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/Updates on residence procedures, hiring foreign talent and everyday life in Japan.enhttps://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/residence-card-checks-when-hiring/https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/residence-card-checks-when-hiring/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:00:00 +0900The residence card no longer shows the period of stay. How to check it with the ISA app, and what skipping it risks.https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/part-time-work-permission-28-hour-rule/https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/part-time-work-permission-28-hour-rule/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:00:00 +0900Students and dependents need permission to work, capped at 28 hours a week. How the limit works in practice.https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/hello-work-foreign-employment-notification/https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/hello-work-foreign-employment-notification/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:00:00 +0900Every foreign hire and departure must be reported to Hello Work. Who files, what to include, and the deadlines.https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/foreign-worker-statistics-kanagawa-kawasaki/https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/foreign-worker-statistics-kanagawa-kawasaki/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:00:00 +0900Japan had 2,571,037 foreign workers in October 2025. In Kanagawa, a third hold statuses with no work limits.https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/employment-for-skill-development-april-2027/https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/employment-for-skill-development-april-2027/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:00:00 +0900Employment for Skill Development replaces technical intern training on April 1, 2027. What changes, and when.https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/residence-fees-october-2026/https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/residence-fees-october-2026/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 09:00:00 +0900New fees for extending your period of stay, changing your status of residence, and applying for Permanent Residence apply to applications received on or after October 1, 2026.https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/proposed-residence-fee-changes/https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/proposed-residence-fee-changes/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 09:00:00 +0900Japan’s Immigration Services Agency has proposed new fees for residence status procedures, aiming to implement them around October 2026. This is a proposal and has not yet taken effect.https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/kawasaki-international-association-kian/https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/kawasaki-international-association-kian/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 09:00:00 +0900If you live in Kawasaki City, the Kawasaki International Association (KIAN) supports foreign residents with daily life consultation, multilingual information, Japanese classes, and more.https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/taxes-pension-health-insurance/https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/taxes-pension-health-insurance/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:00:00 +0900In Japan, your payment history for resident tax, health insurance, and pension stays on record. Unpaid amounts can affect future visa renewals, Permanent Residence, and naturalization.https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/permanent-residency-denial-reasons/https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/permanent-residency-denial-reasons/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:00:00 +0900Living in Japan for many years does not guarantee Permanent Residence. Here are five common reasons applications are denied, from unpaid taxes to an unstable income.https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/kawasaki-multicultural-coexistence/https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/kawasaki-multicultural-coexistence/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:00:00 +0900Kawasaki City is working toward a multicultural society, with its Representative Assembly for Foreign Residents at the center. Our president also serves as a foreign resident representative.https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/specified-residence-card-june-2026/https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/specified-residence-card-june-2026/Sun, 24 May 2026 09:00:00 +0900From June 14, 2026, Japan's Specified Residence Card combines the Residence Card and the My Number Card into a single card.https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/residence-procedure-updates/https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/residence-procedure-updates/Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0900Visa and immigration procedures in Japan have become more stringent, and renewals or status changes now often take about 1 to 3 months. Planning ahead with enough time is important.https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/improving-hiring-quality/https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/improving-hiring-quality/Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0900In today’s labor shortage, successful hiring is about quality as well as speed. We introduce foreign talent already living and working in Japan who can adapt to the workplace from day one.https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/foreign-talent-already-in-japan/https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/foreign-talent-already-in-japan/Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0900Our company specializes in introducing foreign talent already living in Japan. Because they understand Japanese culture and communication, they can adapt smoothly to the workplace.https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/solving-workforce-challenges/https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/solving-workforce-challenges/Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0900Are you struggling with hiring foreign talent? We provide candidates tailored to your company’s needs and full support from recruitment to long-term retention.https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/residence-status-changes-manufacturing/https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/residence-status-changes-manufacturing/Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0900For manufacturers, stable long-term workforce planning is directly linked to business continuity. Policy changes affect not only documentation but also hiring systems and on-site management.https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/residence-status-basics-for-employers/https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/residence-status-basics-for-employers/Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0900When hiring foreign employees, companies must ensure that job duties align with each person’s authorized residence status. Improper management can affect corporate credibility and trust.https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/hiring-preparation-risk-management/https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/hiring-preparation-risk-management/Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0900Companies accepting foreign employees must prepare not only for legal compliance but also at the operational level, from clear employment regulations to internal training.https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/foreign-talent-policy-outlook/https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/foreign-talent-policy-outlook/Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0900In response to worsening labor shortages, the Japanese government continues to review and improve its policies for accepting foreign workers. Staying informed about these changes is essential.https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/preparing-to-accept-foreign-talent/https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/preparing-to-accept-foreign-talent/Mon, 09 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0900When accepting foreign employees, companies must ensure proper labor conditions and internal systems are in place. When these are well organized, long-term retention improves.https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/dispatch-vs-placement/https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/dispatch-vs-placement/Mon, 09 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0900There are two primary methods for hiring foreign talent: staffing services and direct recruitment services. The best option depends on each company’s management conditions and on-site needs.https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/compliant-foreign-talent-hiring/https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/compliant-foreign-talent-hiring/Mon, 09 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0900The utilization of foreign talent is not merely a solution to labor shortages. With proper management and strict compliance, it becomes part of a company’s long-term growth strategy.https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/verifying-residence-status/https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/verifying-residence-status/Wed, 04 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0900When hiring foreign employees, the most critical step is proper verification of their residence status. A mismatch between job duties and residence status can pose significant risks to the company.https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/manufacturing-foreign-talent-challenges/https://sinceroglobal.jp/en/news/manufacturing-foreign-talent-challenges/Sat, 28 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0900The manufacturing industry faces a chronic labor shortage. Utilizing foreign talent is one effective solution, but a proper understanding of residence status and relevant laws is essential.