Exists for high-net-worth long stay; better fit than generic retirement/passive-income visa.
Route overview
Typical timeline / duration: Up to 6 months initially; possible extension to maximum 1 year under the long-stay sightseeing/recreation route.
Important notes
Applicant aged 18+; savings equivalent to more than JPY 30 million; passport; visa form/photo; Certificate of Eligibility or schedule of stay plus documents proving savings and travel medical/death/disability insurance.
JPY 30 million savings threshold.
If spouse accompanies under the related designated activity, couple funds may be considered under the official documentation route.
Provide a passport, proof of lawful stay, the approved application form, a colour photograph, and the applicable service-fee receipt.
No local work; purpose is sightseeing/recreation and long stay.
Preparation checklist
Prepare route evidence: savings equivalent to more than JPY 30 million, Certificate of Eligibility or schedule of stay, and travel medical/death/disability insurance.
Confirm the financial evidence: JPY 30 million savings threshold.
Save your submitted files and track the next application or renewal date.