Francis B. Tang
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英字新聞ジャパンタイムズ記者 日米関税交渉・経産省・財務省・内閣府担当 | @japantimes.co.jp reporter covering economy, tariffs & trade. Also write about Japan’s politics, foreign relations and businesses. Views my own.
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The duo in charge of the trade agreement between Japan and the United States rekindled their bromance in Tokyo on Sunday, a day before U.S. President Donald Trump is set to step foot in Japan for the first time since returning to the Oval Office nine months ago. @japantimes.co.jp
Akazawa and Lutnick reunite to discuss trade deal ahead of Trump visit
Trade minister Ryosei Akazawa and U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick visited Tokyo’s landmark Sensoji Temple before heading to Tokyo Skytree for a working lunch on Sunday.
www.japantimes.co.jp
October 26, 2025 at 9:12 AM
The duo in charge of the trade agreement between Japan and the United States rekindled their bromance in Tokyo on Sunday, a day before U.S. President Donald Trump is set to step foot in Japan for the first time since returning to the Oval Office nine months ago. @japantimes.co.jp
The duo in charge of the trade agreement between Japan and the United States rekindled their bromance in Tokyo on Sunday, a day before U.S. President Donald Trump is set to step foot in Japan for the first time since returning to the Oval Office nine months ago. @japantimes.co.jp
Akazawa and Lutnick reunite to discuss trade deal ahead of Trump visit
Trade minister Ryosei Akazawa and U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick visited Tokyo’s landmark Sensoji Temple before heading to Tokyo Skytree for a working lunch on Sunday.
www.japantimes.co.jp
October 26, 2025 at 9:12 AM
The duo in charge of the trade agreement between Japan and the United States rekindled their bromance in Tokyo on Sunday, a day before U.S. President Donald Trump is set to step foot in Japan for the first time since returning to the Oval Office nine months ago. @japantimes.co.jp
The ISA cited an increasing # of fraudulent cases as a factor that led to the revision. Typical examples include the setting up of shell companies and the submission of forged documents. Lawmakers have also described the visa as an easy way for foreigners to settle in the country with little cost.
Japan aims to tighten rules for business manager visas from October
The move comes amid concerns that foreign nationals are using the visa as an easy loophole to settle in the country.
www.japantimes.co.jp
August 26, 2025 at 1:34 PM
The ISA cited an increasing # of fraudulent cases as a factor that led to the revision. Typical examples include the setting up of shell companies and the submission of forged documents. Lawmakers have also described the visa as an easy way for foreigners to settle in the country with little cost.
The govt aims to bring the new rule into effect by mid-October after soliciting public opinion, but it is still deliberating on how to treat current visa holders, as only around 4% of them currently have more than ¥30 million in capital, according to the Immigration Services Agency.
「出入国管理及び難民認定法第７条第１項第２号の基準を定める省令等の一部を改正する省令案」に係る意見公募手続の実施について｜e-Govパブリック・コメント
パブリックコメントの「「出入国管理及び難民認定法第７条第１項第２号の基準を定める省令等の一部を改正する省令案」に係る意見公募手続の実施について」に関する意見募集の実施についての詳細です。
public-comment.e-gov.go.jp
August 26, 2025 at 1:34 PM
The govt aims to bring the new rule into effect by mid-October after soliciting public opinion, but it is still deliberating on how to treat current visa holders, as only around 4% of them currently have more than ¥30 million in capital, according to the Immigration Services Agency.
Visa applicants would also need to have at least 3 years of management experience or hold a graduate-level degree in related fields. Their business plans would need to be evaluated by a management consultant, unless they are of the size equivalent to a listed company.
August 26, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Visa applicants would also need to have at least 3 years of management experience or hold a graduate-level degree in related fields. Their business plans would need to be evaluated by a management consultant, unless they are of the size equivalent to a listed company.
Under the proposed new rule, the required investment amount would be raised to ¥30 million. It also makes it mandatory to hire at least one full-time employee.
August 26, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Under the proposed new rule, the required investment amount would be raised to ¥30 million. It also makes it mandatory to hire at least one full-time employee.
Currently, applicants can acquire the visa by establishing their businesses in Japan and either invest at least ¥5 million ($33,820) in capital or hire at least 2 full-time employees. The visa allows for up to 5 years of stay and can be renewed.
在留資格「経営・管理」 | 出入国在留管理庁
www.moj.go.jp
August 26, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Currently, applicants can acquire the visa by establishing their businesses in Japan and either invest at least ¥5 million ($33,820) in capital or hire at least 2 full-time employees. The visa allows for up to 5 years of stay and can be renewed.