Updated：2026/5/29
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Added Chinese language support.

Japanese Language Test

View Exams Required to Obtain Specified Skilled Worker Status

Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT)

Minimum Required for Obtaining Residence Status

More Difficult Than Daily Conversation Level (Advanced Qualification)

Official Website

Common Words/Idioms/Grammar

Level 2 is equivalent to JLPT N4 and JFT-Basic A2.

Specified Skilled Worker Exam

View Exams Required to Obtain Specified Skilled Worker Status

Nursing Care

Fisheries

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Construction

Food Service Industry

Automobile Maintenance

Aviation

Accommodation Industry

Agriculture

Building Cleaning

Industrial Product Manufacturing

Shipbuilding and Ship Machinery Industry

Automobile Transportation Business

Railway

Timber Industry

Forestry

Flow to Working in Japan with Specified Skilled Worker Status

You can understand the flow to working in Japan in 6 steps.

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1

Search for Jobs

Find a Job That Suits You

Search for Jobs
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2

Pass the Exam

Pass the Japanese Language and Skills Exams

Study

View Required Exams
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3

Search for Companies

Find a Company to Work For and Sign a Contract

Search for Companies
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4

Apply for Residence Status

Check the Application Method

View the Application Method
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5

Apply for a Specified Skilled Worker Visa

Check the Visa Application Flow

View the Application Method
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6

Work in Japan

Start Work

Procedures differ by country

Check by country and situation

You can check extra steps needed in your country, such as the recommendation form, sending agency, and pre-departure registration. If you are in Japan, also check the process for changing status of residence, changing jobs, and renewal.

See country guides For people in Japan
Jobs Available under Specified Skilled Worker

Use this when you are unsure about tests, job search, status of residence, or visa application.

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