Specified Sklled Worker

Chef working in a Japanese restaurant kitchen for food service employment

2026年4月4日 / 最終更新日時 : 2026年5月21日 Daisuike Tominaga Specified Sklled Worker

SSW Food Service Cap in Japan: Application Status Updated on May 19, 2026

Japan’s SSW Food Service field is now subject to cap-related immigration handling. This updated guide explains COE suspension, change applications, job changes, extensions, and the May 19, 2026 application status.

2026年1月15日 / 最終更新日時 : 2026年5月7日 Daisuike Tominaga English Information

Roadmap from SSW No. 1 to SSW No. 2: Long-Term Employment, Family Accompaniment, and Core Talent Development

This article explains the practical roadmap from Specified Skilled Worker No. 1 to No. 2, including eligible fields, exams, skilled work experience, employment contracts, employer compliance, family accompaniment, and long-term retention planning in Japan.

2026年1月11日 / 最終更新日時 : 2026年5月7日 Daisuike Tominaga English Information

Latest Updates on Japan’s Specified Skilled Worker System 2026: Fields, SSW No. 2, and Compliance

Japan’s Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) visa program is undergoing major changes, including industry expansion and the promotion of SSW Type 2. This article explains the latest updates for 2025–2026, key compliance points, and practical insights for employers and foreign workers.