<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[LPA Administrative Scrivener Corporation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tokyo-based administrative scrivener office supporting international clients with cross-border regulatory procedures  in Japan.]]></description><link>https://www.lpa-gyosei.com/newsletter</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 12:18:22 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.lpa-gyosei.com/ja/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Japan Strengthens Work Visa Compliance with Tougher Screening and Japanese Language Requirements]]></title><description><![CDATA[Japan is tightening its work visa framework with stricter screening for intra-company transferees and new Japanese language requirements for ngineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services visa holders, signaling a shift toward enhanced compliance and eligibility standards.]]></description><link>https://www.lpa-gyosei.com/post/japan-strengthens-work-visa-compliance-with-tougher-screening-and-japanese-language-requirements</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d383d1072d140cb95b3206</guid><category><![CDATA[Immigration/Visa Matter]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 10:10:40 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b98b01_8595d20380dd4ee48678375f6b5c5dad~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>LPA Administrative Scrivener Office</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Japan Sets a New Direction on Foreign Residents, Immigration Control, and Social Integration]]></title><description><![CDATA[Japan has set out a new policy direction on foreign residents, immigration control, and social integration. The policy points to stricter residence management, closer coordination between authorities, and greater emphasis on compliance, Japanese language education, and support for integration.]]></description><link>https://www.lpa-gyosei.com/post/japan-sets-a-new-direction-on-foreign-residents-immigration-control-and-social-integration</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ae5d6cde5ad9153e0a0143</guid><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 06:00:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b98b01_b46dfd0b868248a1af46c3dcf6afff13~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>LPA Administrative Scrivener Office</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[日本で開始した相続にフランス資産がある場合― 不動産・銀行口座・生命保険の実務的な特定方法 ―]]></title><description><![CDATA[日本で相続が始まった後、フランス資産が後から見つかることがあります。重要なのは「存在確認」を制度に沿って行うこと。不動産は公証人が登記・税務情報から特定し、SCI保有は不動産ではなく会社持分の調査が鍵です。銀行口座はFICOBAで口座の存在を把握し、死亡日時点残高証明を取得して解約・払戻へ。生命保険はFICOVIE照会が欠かせません。]]></description><link>https://www.lpa-gyosei.com/ja/post/%E6%97%A5%E6%9C%AC%E3%81%A7%E9%96%8B%E5%A7%8B%E3%81%97%E3%81%9F%E7%9B%B8%E7%B6%9A%E3%81%AB%E3%83%95%E3%83%A9%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B9%E8%B3%87%E7%94%A3%E3%81%8C%E3%81%82%E3%82%8B%E5%A0%B4%E5%90%88%E2%80%95-%E4%B8%8D%E5%8B%95%E7%94%A3%E3%83%BB%E9%8A%80%E8%A1%8C%E5%8F%A3%E5%BA%A7%E3%83%BB%E7%94%9F%E5%91%BD%E4%BF%9D%E9%99%BA%E3%81%AE%E5%AE%9F%E5%8B%99%E7%9A%84%E3%81%AA%E7%89%B9%E5%AE%9A%E6%96%B9%E6%B3%95-%E2%80%95</link><guid isPermaLink="false">698dab2431ffa9c243615a2e</guid><category><![CDATA[相続]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 10:56:50 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b98b01_17db06e19feb48c5b0911b95d013a8e4~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>LPA Administrative Scrivener Office</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Japan’s 2025 Payment Services Act Amendments: What to Watch as June 2026 Approaches]]></title><description><![CDATA[Japan enacted major amendments to the Payment Services Act in June 2025, covering remittance services, cross-border payment models, crypto-assets and stablecoins. The law was promulgated on 13 June 2025 and must be implemented by 13 June 2026. The FSA is finalising implementing Cabinet Orders and Ordinances, following draft regulations released for public comment on 16 December 2025.]]></description><link>https://www.lpa-gyosei.com/post/japan-s-2025-payment-services-act-amendments-what-to-watch-as-june-2026-approaches</link><guid isPermaLink="false">697c7bf123c3a829dd81136d</guid><category><![CDATA[Payment Service Act]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 10:10:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b98b01_7646f1bca93a4fd0878ad70fbb534460~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>LPA Administrative Scrivener Office</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[My Number and Residence Card Integration in Japan: What Foreign Residents Should Know]]></title><description><![CDATA[Image from the Immigration Service Agency Japan’s Ministry of Justice and Immigration Services Agency are introducing a new Specified Residence Card system  (「特定在留カード等」) as part of ongoing efforts to improve administrative convenience and streamline procedures for foreign residents. What is the Specified Residence Card? The Specified Residence Card is a new type of card  that combines the functions of a Residence Card  and a My Number Card  into a single card . When issued, it can serve both...]]></description><link>https://www.lpa-gyosei.com/post/my-number-and-residence-card-integration-in-japan-what-foreign-residents-should-know</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6979d1c8ff1fc7c003315156</guid><category><![CDATA[Immigration/Visa Matter]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 09:29:29 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b98b01_3355b4b63fa14fab97816b56ee050834~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>LPA Administrative Scrivener Office</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Japan to Tighten FEFTA Foreign Investment Screening]]></title><description><![CDATA[Japan’s inbound foreign investment screening under FEFTA may see its most significant update since 2020. On 7 January 2025, the MOF Council released recommendations pointing to a more risk-based, streamlined review—reducing low-risk filings (including certain software/ICT deals and routine officer reappointments) while strengthening mitigation tools, indirect acquisition oversight, and post-closing powers.]]></description><link>https://www.lpa-gyosei.com/post/japan-to-tighten-fefta-foreign-investment-screening</link><guid isPermaLink="false">696dc773322ac077fefa0d56</guid><category><![CDATA[Foreign Direct Investment]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2026 06:32:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_bc499a0027a942d18647f98e693be0c9~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>LPA Administrative Scrivener Office</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Newsletter: Foreign Direct Investment in Japanese IT Businesses – Key Considerations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Foreign investors acquiring shares in Japanese IT companies may need prior notification under FEFTA, especially in software, data processing, or IoT-related businesses. Activities involving third-party development or data are most likely to trigger notification.]]></description><link>https://www.lpa-gyosei.com/post/newsletter-foreign-direct-investment-in-japanese-it-businesses-key-considerations</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68c000c751377663b730e188</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Sep 2025 10:32:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_f7233f2920fb46b19efcc0c9dff22157~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>LPA Administrative Scrivener Office</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Navigating the New Business Manager Visa Requirements Effective 16 October 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[On 25 August 2025, the Japanese government announced plans to tighten the requirements for the Business Manager (経営・管理) visa,.]]></description><link>https://www.lpa-gyosei.com/post/stricter-requirements-for-the-business-manager-visa</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68b972e898886589b9fa9a32</guid><category><![CDATA[Immigration/Visa Matter]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 04 Sep 2025 11:11:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_6d756a8d3bff43498732c588f6e69a1b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>LPA Administrative Scrivener Office</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>