간단 답변
The main visa for manufacturing work is Specified Skilled Worker (特定技能/SSW). It allows up to 5 years of work, lets you choose your employer, and can lead to permanent residence via SSW-2. The older Technical Intern Training Program (TITP) is being replaced by a new "Ikusei Shuro" (育成就労) system starting 2027.
Visa Options at a Glance
| Visa | Duration | Can Change Jobs? | Family? | Path to PR? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SSW-1 (特定技能1号) | 5 years total | Yes (same sector) | No | Via SSW-2 |
| SSW-2 (特定技能2号) | Renewable indefinitely | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| TITP (技能実習) | 3-5 years | No (tied to employer) | No | Via SSW transition |
| Engineer/HSP | 1-5 years, renewable | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Permanent Resident | Unlimited | Yes | Yes | Already PR |
SSW (Specified Skilled Worker): The Main Path
Requirements for SSW-1
SSW Manufacturing Sectors
TITP → SSW Transition
If you completed 2+ years of Technical Intern Training (技能実習) in the same manufacturing sector, you can transition to SSW-1 without taking the skills test. You still need to pass the Japanese language test (N4 level). This is the most common pathway for Vietnamese, Indonesian, and Filipino workers already in Japan.
2027 Reform: Ikusei Shuro (育成就労)
The Japanese government is replacing the TITP system with a new "Ikusei Shuro" (育成就労 / Nurturing Employment) framework starting 2027. Key changes:
- 📌 Workers can change employers after 1-2 years (currently restricted under TITP)
- 📌 Clearer path from Ikusei Shuro → SSW-1 → SSW-2 → Permanent Residence
- 📌 Better worker protections and support requirements
- 📌 Sending organizations will face stricter oversight
💡 PR
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⚠️ 면책 조항
Visa regulations change frequently. This article provides general guidance as of April 2026. For advice specific to your nationality and situation, consult a qualified immigration lawyer (行政書士) or your country's embassy in Japan. This article contains promotional links (PR).
최종 업데이트: April 2026.
