On April 15, 2026, Japan added meat retail to the eligible scope of the Specified Skilled Worker Food and Beverage Manufacturing sector. However, not every meat shop automatically qualifies. This article explains the scope, the difference between processing work and sales work, and practical points employers should check before hiring.
Japan immigration applications filed on or after April 15, 2026 may require a Representative Declaration for certain Category 3 or Category 4 sponsoring organizations. This article explains the practical meaning, affected statuses, employer checks, and document consistency points.
Accepting foreign workers in Japan requires more than recruitment. Employers must consider visa strategy, eligibility, employment conditions, internal support systems, immigration filings, and Specified Skilled Worker support obligations. Our office has launched “Foreign Talent Acceptance Coordination Support” to help companies handle these issues in an integrated and practical manner.
