🏫 1． It All Began with a Japanese Language School
A (pseudonym) graduated from a university in China and had two years of work experience in his home country.
Driven by the desire to deepen his professional expertise and gain internationally recognized skills,
he decided to study in Japan using his personal savings — fully prepared to work and study at the same time.
After arriving in Japan, he enrolled in a Japanese language school, aiming to pass the JLPT N1.
At first, he struggled with the language and culture, but gradually learned how Japanese society works through part-time jobs.
His determination — “I want to build my life in Japan” — became the starting point of everything.
💼 2．Building Skills While Working
After passing the N1, A joined a small company in Tokyo as a contract employee.
While working during the day, he attended a vocational school at night to prepare for a national qualification.
He spent several years repeating this pattern — gaining practical experience at work during the day, and studying at night.
Eventually, his hard work paid off.
He passed the national qualification exam and was promoted to full-time employee.
With both certification and work experience, he established a solid foundation and confidence for his career.
🎓 3．The Next Challenge — Advancing to a Professional Graduate School
While working as a full-time employee, A set his sights higher:
he wanted to systematically study management and technology at a professional graduate school.
Feeling the limits of self-study amid his busy work schedule,
he decided to attend a cram school to receive personalized instruction in exam preparation and statement-of-purpose writing.
Through one-on-one guidance and interview training with his instructor, his confidence gradually grew.
When the exam day came, his efforts bore fruit — he passed the entrance exam for a prestigious graduate school on the first try.
During his studies, he managed a demanding dual life: working during the day and attending lectures at night.
By applying theoretical knowledge to his job, he achieved remarkable growth.
After graduation, A was recognized both inside and outside his company
as a professional who combines managerial insight with strong on-site capability.
He was promoted to a leadership position, guiding a team with confidence and vision.
🌟 4．Becoming a Highly Skilled Professional and Gaining Permanent Residency
With his master’s degree, work experience, income level, and Japanese proficiency,
A met all the requirements to be certified as a Highly Skilled Professional under Japan’s immigration system.
He earned over 80 points, which qualified him to apply for permanent residency after just one year of stay.
His graduate-level expertise and professional achievements were highly evaluated by the authorities.
Once recognized as a Highly Skilled Professional, his career options expanded dramatically —
from career advancement and management roles to the possibility of starting his own business.
🏠 5．From “Living” to “Managing”
After obtaining permanent residency, A finally achieved one of his long-held dreams — purchasing his own home in Tokyo.
With a stable life foundation, he launched a consulting business that leverages his professional expertise.
From operating as a sole proprietor to incorporating his company,
everything progressed smoothly — made possible by the freedom that permanent residency provides.
Today, A also mentors younger foreign professionals and says:
“I want to pass on the support I received to the next generation.”
💡 6． Seikohsya’s View — The Reproducible Success Pattern
This is not a story of exceptional talent.
With clear goals, steady effort, and a realistic plan,
this path is reproducible for anyone who dreams of building a life and career in Japan.
Model route: Japanese language school → JLPT N1 → Non-regular employment → National qualification → Full-time employee → Graduate school preparation at a cram school → Professional graduate school → Highly Skilled Professional (80+ points) → Permanent residency → Real estate purchase & entrepreneurship
Through years of support for international talents,
Seikohsya has identified this as the most practical and reliable path to “fulfilling dreams in Japan.”
🌸 Message from Seikohsya
At Seikohsya, we support every person like A who comes to Japan with dreams and determination.
From the very first step to the final achievement,
we accompany you through every stage of your journey — study, work, qualification, graduate school,
Highly Skilled Professional application, permanent residency, and entrepreneurship.
Your challenge is our mission — let’s build your future in Japan together.
🌸 成航舎（Seikohsya）
Unlock Human Potential with Seikohsya
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