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(NHK)Coveted Japan residence status brings hopes, challenges

Release Date
2026-10-21
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NHK
Summary
Japan’s foreign resident population reached a record 4.28 million in June 2026, while the number of Specified Skilled Worker (ii) visa holders exceeded 18,000, rising by more than 10,000 in six months. This status allows long-term employment and family reunification, but creates new challenges in education, language learning, and community integration.

A Myanmar worker’s experience highlights the importance of employer support in helping foreign families settle in Japan. Experts warn that relying solely on companies and local governments risks unequal access to assistance. Japan must develop comprehensive integration policies that treat foreign workers and their families as long-term members of society rather than temporary sources of labor.
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