AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoImmigration & Inclusion: Japan’s “business manager” visa rules are under renewed pressure after tighter conditions since late 2025 sparked backlash, with calls for more flexible decisions that consider years in Japan and family ties. LGBTQ+ Policy: Japan is drafting a multilayered plan to improve LGBT understanding, building on the momentum from its LGBT understanding promotion law. Culture & Daily Life: A Shinto shrine staple gets a spotlight: ema wooden plaques where people write prayers and wishes—often for school exam success—then hang them for the gods. Food & Sustainability: Japan’s aquaculture milestone—commercial sales of fully farmed eels—aims to cut reliance on wild eel stocks while protecting a beloved culinary tradition. Travel & Lifestyle: A new ferry links Taiwan and Japan’s Okinawa, making Ishigaki far easier to reach and turning “Japan is far” into “it’s closer than you think.” Business Travel Tech: USTravelDocs is hit by technical issues, delaying visa scheduling and fee payments for applicants worldwide.
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