Nearly 1,000 business manager visa holders left Japan in first half of 2026 — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/nearly-1-000-business-manager-visa-holders-left-japan-in-first-half-of-2026Continuously updated, source-cited coverage. Nearly 1,000 Business Manager Visa Holders Exit Japanhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/nearly-1-000-business-manager-visa-holders-left-japan-in-first-half-of-2026https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/nearly-1-000-business-manager-visa-holders-left-japan-in-first-half-of-2026#u56716Fri, 04 Sep 2026 08:16:39 +0000Almost 1,000 holders of business manager visas departed Japan during the first half of 2026. This outflow coincides with stricter visa regulations implemented for foreign residents. Consequently, foreign business owners are leaving the country in large numbers as compliance hurdles mount. Observers note that these changing administrative policies are prompting some foreign nationals to evaluate their long-term viability in the country. At the same time, authorities have outlined specific requirements for individuals seeking permanent residency status.Why it mattersThe departure of nearly 1,000