Business documents reviewed with a magnifying glass for employment compliance
2026年5月24日 / 最終更新日時 : 2026年5月24日 Daisuike Tominaga English Information

Japan to Strengthen Measures Against Illegal Work: Key Checks for Employers Hiring Foreign Nationals Through SNS or Referrals

Employers hiring foreign nationals in Japan should not rely only on verbal explanations or SNS referrals. Residence card checks, status of residence, permitted work scope, and permission for activities outside the status of residence are essential for reducing illegal work and employer compliance risks.
Business documents reviewed with a magnifying glass for employment compliance
2026年5月24日 / 最終更新日時 : 2026年5月24日 Daisuike Tominaga 外国人雇用・人材定着

入管庁が不法就労対策を強化へ｜SNS経由の外国人雇用で企業が確認すべきポイント

SNSや知人紹介で外国人を採用する場合、在留カードの有無だけでなく、在留資格、在留期限、就労可能な業務内容、資格外活動許可の確認が重要です。不法就労対策強化を受け、企業側の確認ポイントを整理します。
People walking on a busy street in Tokyo, Japan
2026年5月22日 / 最終更新日時 : 2026年5月22日 Daisuike Tominaga English Information

Why Are Foreign Residents Satisfied with Life in Japan? A Comparison of Living Conditions, Safety, Wages, Prices, and Immigration Rules

Many foreign residents are satisfied with life in Japan, but Japan’s strengths and weaknesses become clearer when compared with Korea, Germany, the United States, Canada, and Australia. This article reviews safety, housing, wages, prices, work culture, social integration, and immigration rules.