Guide overview
Founder Visas and Residency
A guided path through the immigration questions founders struggle with most: visa paths, myths, status changes, family planning, and long-term residency.
What this guide covers
Understand which visa path fits your situation and how business setup connects to immigration reality.
At a glance
- • 7 articles in this learning path
- • Status: Coming soon
- • Plain-English explanations for non-experts
- • Built for readers making real business decisions in Japan
Chapters
Follow the guide article by article
Each article handles one decision clearly. Readers can follow the recommended sequence or jump to the blocker they have right now.
Article 1
AvailableFounder Visa Reality Check
Start with the myth-busting overview before going deeper into formal visa paths.
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Article 2
PlannedThe Business Manager Visa: A Complete Guide
Break down the main founder visa route, requirements, renewals, and practical expectations.
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Article 3
PlannedHow to Change Your Visa Status to Business Manager
Explain how people already in Japan can switch status and what paperwork usually causes friction.
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Article 4
PlannedJ-Find vs. Business Manager vs. HSP
Compare the main founder-relevant visa routes so readers can choose the path that fits their situation.
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Article 5
PlannedThe 30M Visa Myth
Separate social media rumor from real immigration requirements and explain where the confusion comes from.
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Article 6
PlannedFrom Business Manager to Permanent Residency
Show how founder planning changes once the goal becomes long-term residency rather than just market entry.
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Article 7
PlannedBringing Your Spouse/Family to Japan on a Business Manager Visa
Address dependent visas, spouse work permissions, and family planning questions founders ask early.
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