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Immigration Services Agency of Japan
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Japanese TV drama GATE24 series
2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated
Latest: TV Asahi drama “Big Airport – GATE24” airs with historic customs‑Immigration joint poster
The drama "GATE24" (also titled "Big Airport – GATE24") debuted on TV Asahi on 23 July 2026, airing weekly on Thursday nights. The story follows a newly created inter‑agency task force—GATE24—established by Japan’s Cabin
Japan inbound growth and overtourism
3 clusters · 10 sources · last updated
Latest: Japan records surge in foreign visitors, residents and students in 2025
In early July 2026 analysts noted that a weaker yen made Japan a cheaper destination, driving record‑high visitor numbers—42 million international arrivals in 2025. Recommendations emphasized off‑peak travel and regional
Japan tightens tourism taxes and residency rules
22 clusters · 70 sources · last updated
Latest: Japan to Tighten Permanent Residency Rules with Higher Income and Pension Requirements
Japan’s 2026 immigration overhaul continues to raise entry costs while funding overtourism management. Visa fees jumped in July, with single‑entry tourist visas now ¥15,000 and multiple‑entry ¥30,000, and status‑change f