ACROSEED Track Record/Japan Immigration Support for HR

*This is a partial list of selected corporate clients.

As experts in visa application and immigration procedures, ACROSEED has authored numerous professional publications.

an Report

“Eight Key Points for Hiring International Students as Part-time Employees”

World Business Satellite

“Abenomics First Stage: How Will the Growth Strategy Change After Dissolution?”

Reuters

“Concerns Over Lack of Central Command in Efforts to Strengthen Support for Foreign Workers”

The Japan Times

“Abe Hopes to Roll Out Red Carpet for Foreign Startups”

ACROSEED contributes regularly to leading HR, legal, and business journals on immigration and foreign employment issues.

Seminars in 2025

September 17, 2025 - Served as a lecturer at a seminar hosted by the Nozawa Onsen Chamber of Commerce

Lecturer: Makoto Sano, Representative/Administrative Lawyer, ACROSEED Immigration Law Office

Our representative delivered a lecture at the seminar “Latest Knowledge and Practices in Hiring Foreign Employees”, organized by the Nozawa Onsen Chamber of Commerce.

As Japan faces a declining population and severe labor shortages, the strategic use of foreign talent is becoming increasingly important for corporate management. This seminar provided HR professionals and employers with practical insights, including:

・Key changes from the Technical Intern Training Program to the new Training Employment Program
・Preparation and considerations when hiring foreign employees
・Recruitment, interview, and post-hiring procedures
・Best practices for retention and compliance in foreign employment

ACROSEED will continue to support companies by providing the latest updates and practical guidance on foreign employment and residence status procedures.

September 13, 2025 - Delivered a lecture in the MEXT AOTS Training Program

Lecturer: Junya Orimo, Manager/Administrative Lawyer, ACROSEED Immigration Law Office

MEXT FY2025 Program for In-Service Japanese Language Teacher Training
Introductory Training for Japanese Language Teachers for Foreign Workers
AOTS Training Program
Focused on training Japanese language teachers who will work with skilled foreign employees

This program was developed based on the report of the Council for Cultural Affairs (March 2019 revision), outlining the competencies required of Japanese language educators. Its purpose is to enhance teacher capabilities and promote the smooth dissemination of the report’s recommendations.

Our manager was responsible for the subject “Systems Related to Foreign Workers”, covering key institutional knowledge for new teachers with 0–3 years of experience in workplace Japanese language education.

・Overview of the Technical Intern Training Program
・Explanation of the Specified Skilled Worker system
・Introduction and comparison of the new Training Employment system

FY2025 MEXT Commissioned Introductory Training Program for Japanese Language Teachers of Foreign Workers

August 8, 2025 - Served as a lecturer at a seminar hosted by the Hachinohe Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Date: August 8, 2025 (Friday)
Organizer: Hachinohe Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Venue: Hachinohe Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Lecturer: Makoto Sano, Representative, ACROSEED Immigration Law Office

Seminar Title:
Latest Knowledge and Practices in Hiring Foreign Employees

1. Key changes from the Technical Intern Training Program to the Training Employment Program
2. Preparation required for hiring foreign employees
3. Points to note during recruitment and interviews
4. Key considerations after employment decisions
5. Case studies of companies employing foreign workers
6. Practical points for retention and HR management of foreign employees

February 19, 2025 - Served as a lecturer at a joint training seminar hosted by eight branches of the Tokyo Administrative Scrivener Association

Date: February 19, 2025 (Wednesday)
Organizer: Jointly hosted by eight branches of the Tokyo Administrative Scrivener Association (Chiyoda, Bunkyo, Taito, Sumida, Koto, Kita, Arakawa, Edogawa)
Venue: NATULUCK Yushima Conference Hall
Participants: 42 onsite, 214 online
Lecturer: Masashi Miyagawa, Senior Manager, ACROSEED Immigration Law Office

Seminar Title:
“Business Manager Visa and Essentials of Company Incorporation, Capital Increase, Head Office Relocation, and Director Changes”

1. Ensuring business continuity
2. Points on the “April” Status of Residence (COE)
3. Securing business offices
4. Head office relocation
5. Capital increase
6. Landing permission standards

February 5, 2025 - Served as a lecturer at a seminar hosted by the Tokyo Labor Consultation Information Center

Date: February 3, 2025
Organizer: Tokyo Labor Consultation Information Center
Venue: Tokyo Employment Service Center, Basement Auditorium (Iidabashi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo)
Schedule:
・13:30 Seminar starts
・15:30 Seminar ends
・15:35 Consultation session begins
・16:30 Consultation session ends

Seminar Title:
“Latest Trends in Foreign Employment and Key Points for Labor Management”

1. Latest information on foreign employment
(1) Differences from Japanese employment practices
(2) Changing environment for foreign employment
(3) Expansion of job opportunities for international students
(4) Establishment of the Training Employment Program
(5) Differences between the Technical Intern Training Program and the Training Employment Program

2. Laws and regulations related to foreign employment
(1) Differences between visas and residence status
(2) List of residence statuses
(3) Major procedures for status of residence
(4) Criminal penalties for encouraging illegal employment
(5) Notification obligations on the employment status of foreign workers
(6) Guidelines for employers to ensure compliance

3. Key points for labor management
(1) Pre-employment orientation and mutual understanding
(2) Key points during interviews
(3) Occupational safety and health training
(4) Communication in the workplace
(5) Measures to improve retention

Seminars before 2024

・Tokai Region International Student Recruitment and Utilization Seminar (Chubu Industrial Federation)

・“Fundamentals of Hiring Foreign Nationals and HR/Labor Management” (Corporate Research Association)

・“Case Studies in Foreign Employment” (Tokyo Chamber of Commerce and Industry)

・“HR/Labor Management for Foreign Employees” (Keidanren Business Service)

・“Foreign Employment Strategies – Retention and Utilization” (Japan Productivity Center)

・“Global Strategy in the Pan-Asia Era – Recruiting and Retaining International Students” (Recruit Agency)

・“Immigration Law and Administrative Support for Foreign Entrepreneurship and Company Formation” (Yamanashi Prefecture Administrative Scriveners Association)