Japan Overhauls Business Manager Visa: What Foreign Entrepreneurs Need to Know
Japan is fundamentally reshaping its landscape for foreign entrepreneurs. In a landmark move, the Immigration Services Agency (ISA) has announced a sweeping overhaul of the Japan Business Manager visa (経営・管理), with the changes set to take effect on October 16, 2025.
A New Era for Business in Japan: Navigating the 2025 Visa Changes
Successfully launching a business in Japan is a goal for many global entrepreneurs, representing a gateway to one of the world's most advanced economies. However, this venture now requires a far more strategic approach to Japanese market entry and a significantly larger capital investment due to major policy shifts.