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This internship program is designed for university students in tourism, hospitality, or related fields, to gain real-world working experience in Japan’s service industry while learning Japanese work culture. Active student or graduate of D3/S1 (diploma/degree) in hospitality/tourism.
Purpose of the Program
Fields of Work
Internships are typically offered in:
(Officially: Engineer / Specialist in Humanities / International Services Visa)
This is a type of work visa that allows foreign professionals to live and work in Japan in specialized fields. It is one of the most common visa types for those who want to work in Japan legally.
Visa Categories
This visa covers three main fields:
The Tokutei Ginou program is an official Japanese government work visa designed for foreign skilled workers in specific industries facing labor shortages.
This program is often seen as a next step or alternative to the Technical Intern Training Program/ Ginou Jisshuu, allowing qualified workers to work in Japan with better conditions and longer stays.
Types of Tokutei Ginou Visa
Type | Description |
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Specified Skilled Worker 1 (SSW-1) | For technical work in designated sectors, valid up to 5 years, family members are not allowed to accompany |
Specified Skilled Worker 2 (SSW-2) | Higher level, family can accompany, and can lead to permanent residency |
This program is not a regular work visa, but a skills transfer program intended to help trainees return to their home countries and use the experience they gained in Japan.
Purpose of the Program
Participant Requirements
Requirement | Details |
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Age | Usually 18–30 years old |
Education | Minimum high school (SMA/SMK) or equivalent |
Japanese Language | Basic Japanese skills, often JLPT N4 or equivalent |
Health | Physically and mentally healthy (medical check required) |
We offer two types of classes:
Regular Program N5
Regular Program N4
Intensive Program N5-N4 + JFT Basic A2 Preparation
In addition, we also provide preparation classes for the Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) exam.
Currently, the available SSW preparation classes are:
The duration of the course is approximately 1 month.
Class schedules are adjusted according to students’ availability.
Most programs offer the following:
Benefit | Description |
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Monthly Allowance / Salary | (varies by company) |
Accommodation | Provided or subsidized |
Meals | Often included (1–3 meals/day depending on the job) |
Local Transportation | Sometimes subsidized |
Health Insurance | Usually included |
Orientation | Cultural and workplace training at the beginning |
To apply for an Engineering visa, you generally need the following:
Application Process
The process usually takes about 1 to 3 months.
Period of Stay and Extension
Benefits of This Visa
Common Job Roles Under the Engineering Category
Requirements for Tokutei Ginou Applicants
Requirement | Details |
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Education | Minimum high school (SMA/SMK) graduate |
Japanese language ability | At least JLPT N4 or passed JFT Basic (A2 level) |
Technical skills | Must pass the Skills Test for the relevant job sector |
Work experience | (Technical Intern Training) graduates can transfer without retaking the skills test |
Benefits and Rights of Tokutei Ginou Workers
Application Process
Advantages of Tokutei Ginou Program
Benefits | Description |
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Monthly Salary | Around ¥120,000 – ¥150,000/month (after deductions) |
Accommodation | Usually provided or subsidized by the company |
Meals | Sometimes included |
Insurance | Health and work insurance included |
Holidays | Weekly day off and annual leave (based on Japanese labor law) |
Advantages of the Program