Specified Skilled Worker in Transportation: Overview, Requirements, and Practical Considerations
This article explains the Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) category in the transportation sector, including requirements, Japanese language standards, employer conditions, and key practical considerations.
Japan Added Meat Retail to the SSW Food Manufacturing Sector on April 15, 2026: Scope and Practical Points
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.
