Short answer: Japan’s Business Manager visa is for foreigners who establish and operate a business in Japan, usually with a real office, qualifying capital, and a viable plan. It is an operations path, not property- or deposit-only status.
Information current as of October 2026.
Main conditions
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Company | Incorporate or take a managing role in Japan |
| Capital | Official reference investment/capital level |
| Office | Real premises (not a virtual address only) |
| Plan | Viable business plan |
| Family | Spouse and children may seek dependent status |
Global Immigrate note
Confirm the business can truly operate in Japan before incorporating. Applications are handled by Global Immigrate’s in-house team; shell companies fail at renewal.
Use programme matching or contact advisors.
This article is general information, not legal or tax advice.