We are pleased to announce that Skarlet Ltd. has formed an official partnership with J-star Patent & Trademark / Immigration Lawyer Office, led by the experienced immigration lawyer Mr. Oogai.
J-star will be supporting us with visa-related matters and company establishment—two key areas for foreign entrepreneurs and expats starting a life in Japan. Mr. Oogai has deep expertise in immigration law, and his advice is based not just on theory, but on years of real, hands-on experience.
There’s a Japanese saying: ‘Seeing is believing.’ In other words, what you see with your own eyes is more convincing than what you hear from others. You won’t truly understand something until you experience it yourself, right? When it comes to Japanese visa information, so much of what people hear is based on vague rumors — but Mr. Oogai goes directly to the source to uncover the truth.
He visits the Immigration Services Agency [https://www.moj.go.jp/isa/] almost every day, building strong relationships with civil servants there. They recognize his dedication and often explain the reasoning behind decisions—something that’s hard for most people to access. Thanks to this trust, his advice is not just accurate—it’s reliable in a way that only comes from working closely with the system.
One of the most eye-opening moments for me was when I spoke with Mr. Oogai about work visas. I often hear people say that unless you have passed the JLPT N2 or N3 level—or have a university degree—it’s impossible to get a regular work visa in Japan. That belief was deeply rooted in many of the conversations I had.
But when I asked Mr. Oogai about it, he explained that this isn’t always the case.
“Even if you don’t have JLPT N2 or N3,” he said, “and even if you’ve graduated from a vocational school instead of a university, there’s still a possibility that you can be granted a regular work visa, depending on the nature of the job and the company.”
It was a surprising and hopeful message. This kind of nuanced and reliable information isn’t something you can easily find online or through casual discussion—it’s the kind of insight only someone like Mr. Oogai, who visits the Immigration Services Agency almost daily, can offer. He has built strong, professional relationships with civil servants and immigration officers, and they know and trust him. That’s why he’s able to get clear answers and up-to-date interpretations of Japan’s immigration rules—answers that many other immigration lawyers may not have access to.
If you have questions about your own visa situation or want to explore your options with expert guidance, I highly recommend reaching out to the J-star Patent & Trademark / Immigration Lawyer Office. Mr. Oogai can help you with information that only an experienced immigration lawyer with strong ties to Japan’s immigration authorities would know.
At Skarlet Ltd., we support expats and entrepreneurs by arranging offices, factories, and warehouses, and by offering interpreting and consultation services. This new partnership with J-star allows us to offer even more complete support, from real estate to visa matters—all in one place.
If you’re facing visa challenges or feeling lost as you try to navigate Japan’s complex systems, don’t hesitate to reach out. Visit www.skarlet.co.jp for expert guidance and personalized support.
Want to learn more about J-star and their services? Check out the links below:
- J-star Patent & Trademark / Immigration Lawyer Office – Official Website
- Permanent Residency in Japan – Application Support Site
- Work Visas and Residence Status – Document Checks, Statements of Reason, and More