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Foreign Property Investment Spotlight: Japan remains one of the most permissive places for non-residents to buy property, with no nationality restrictions. However, recent discussions about regulating foreign purchases highlight the growing international interest in Japanese real estate.

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Major Startup Visa Expansion: Starting January 2025, Start-Up visas extend nationwide, granting foreign entrepreneurs more flexibility and support. The program now allows up to 2 years for business preparation, eliminating regional restrictions.

Digital Nomad Options: Japan introduced a Digital Nomad Visa in April 2024, allowing foreign remote workers to stay for up to six months while working for non-Japanese companies.

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New Entry Requirements: Starting March 2025, JESTA (Japan Electronic System for Travel Authorization) will become mandatory for citizens of 71 countries that currently enjoy visa-free access. This affects visitors from the US, Canada, UK, and EU countries.

Health Insurance Mandate: Japan plans to require incoming tourists to have private health insurance to address unpaid medical bills from foreign visitors. This could become tied to visa renewals in the future.

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Official Resources

Entrepreneurs should review the official METI Startup Visa information for the latest requirements.

Stay informed about visa changes through Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs official visa portal.

For property purchase notifications, visit the Bank of Japan official website for Foreign Exchange reporting requirements.