Japan Revises Lodging Sector Standards for Specified Skilled Workers
Japan’s Immigration Services Agency revised the lodging-sector standards under the Specified Skilled Worker program. The change was published on April 22, 2026 and will take effect on May 22, 2026.
4/23/2026
Source: 出入国在留管理庁 · https://www.moj.go.jp/isa/03_00185.html
What changed
Japan’s Immigration Services Agency revised the standards that apply to the lodging sector under the Specified Skilled Worker framework.
The revision was published on April 22, 2026 and is scheduled to take effect on May 22, 2026.
Why it matters for employers
Hotel and accommodation operators that depend on foreign workers should review whether their hiring and support arrangements still meet the updated requirements.
This is especially important for companies managing onboarding, housing, and visa-related compliance.
Action items for HR teams
HR and compliance teams should verify internal procedures before the enforcement date.
If a registered support organization is involved, it should be briefed on the new standards early.
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