Gyoseishoshi Ishinagi Office|Specialist in Foreign Visa, Naturalization, and Permanent Residency in Osaka
-Our Services-
Visa Applications, Naturalization, and International Legal Services
SERVICES

Work Visa
For foreign nationals seeking employment in Japan
For companies wishing to hire foreign talent
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Spouse Visa
For those who are married to a Japanese national
For couples planning international marriage
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Business Manager Visa
For entrepreneurs wishing to start a business in Japan
For those managing a company in Japan
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Permanent Resident Visa
For those seeking permanent residency in Japan、
For highly skilled professionals considering PR
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Naturalization Application
For those who wish to acquire Japanese nationality
For those who want to become a Japanese citizen
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Specified Skilled Worker Visa
For foreign workers with specific skills in 12 labor-shortage industries
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-Typical Consultation Cases-

Consultation on Naturalization Applications
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Consultations on Permanent Residency Applications
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Consultation on Spouse Visa Applications
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Consultations on Work Visas and Specified Skilled Worker Visas
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-Typical Consultation Cases-

Consultation on Naturalization Applications
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Consultations on Permanent Residency Applications
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Consultation on Spouse Visa Applications
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Consultations on Work Visas and Specified Skilled Worker Visas
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Specified Skilled Worker Visa Read More→


Other Inquiries
Essential Knowledge for Foreign Residents in Japan
This is essential information to help foreign residents live and work safely and securely in Japan.
Information from the Immigration Services Agency of Japan
We stay up-to-date with the latest immigration information to provide you with the best possible support.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us.
Official Website of the Immigration Services Agency of Japan
The official website of the Immigration Services Agency of Japan provides information on residence procedures and related services.
Through automatic translation, content is available not only in Japanese but also in over 100 languages.
Official Website:
https://www.moj.go.jp/isa/index.html

Official Social Media Accounts of the Immigration Services Agency of Japan
The Immigration Services Agency of Japan operates various official social media accounts to share updates on new immigration policies and useful information for foreign residents in Japan.
Email Newsletter Service:
https://www.moj.go.jp/isa/publications/publications/mail-service.html
X (formerly Twitter) account:
https://x.com/MOJ_IMMI
Facebook account:
https://www.facebook.com/ImmigrationServicesAgency.MOJ/
-Benefits of Choosing Our Office-
🧭 Careful Support Based on Practical Experience
Administrative procedures in Japan vary depending on your individual situation—what to prepare, when, and how.
At our office, we have extensive experience supporting applications for naturalization, permanent residency, and visa status.
We assess your background holistically, including your residence history, family structure, and employment status, to propose the most suitable application strategy.
If you’re unsure whether you’re ready to apply, or wondering what areas need to be strengthened, we can provide specific and practical advice based on real-world experience.

📌 We provide accurate advice based on extensive experience.
📝 Full Support from Document Preparation to Submission and Interview Coaching
Procedures at the Immigration Bureau or Legal Affairs Bureau often require collecting multiple official documents, checking for consistency across forms, translating materials, and in some cases, preparing for a personal interview.
At our office, we offer comprehensive support—including guidance on required documents, proxy document collection, translation, preparation of application forms, pre-submission checks, and interview coaching.
Even if it’s your first time applying or if you’re not confident in your Japanese, you can feel at ease leaving the process to us.

📌Even if you’re unsure about the process, you can leave everything to us.
🌍 English Support Available – We Also Assist Clients Living Overseas
Our office provides support in English, including email communication and online consultations via Zoom. We have extensive experience assisting English-speaking clients and those living overseas.
We are well-equipped to handle cases such as preparing for naturalization applications from abroad or visa procedures for family members living outside Japan.
Even if you’re not confident in your Japanese, or have been turned away by other offices, please feel free to contact us with confidence.

📌 We handle English and overseas inquiries smoothly and professionally.
👀 Flexible Support for Cases Rejected by Other Offices
In naturalization and permanent residency applications, certain situations—such as a recent job change, past issues with tax payments, or a complicated family structure—can sometimes lead other offices to decline support.
At our office, we handle such irregular or complex cases flexibly. We carefully identify potential issues and propose a tailored application strategy to address them.
If you feel your case might be difficult, that’s exactly when we encourage you to reach out for a consultation.

📌 Feel free to consult us, even for irregular or complex cases.
-Application Process-
We clearly guide you through each step from the initial consultation to the completion of your application.
📍Inquiry & Free Consultation
Please feel free to contact us using the inquiry form or by email.
After reviewing your message, we will respond promptly and carefully via email.
English-language consultations are also available.
📍Hearing & Guidance on Required Documents
We will carefully listen to your situation and provide personalized guidance on the necessary documents and next steps.
Consultations can be conducted via Zoom or phone as well.
📍Contract & Official Support Begins
We will explain the details of our support and fees, and proceed with the contract only after you are fully satisfied.
After the contract is signed, we will begin collecting documents, translating, and filling out forms as needed.
📍Preparation, Review & Submission of Application Documents
We will prepare and carefully review your documents, and once everything is in order, we will submit them to the Immigration Bureau or Legal Affairs Bureau.
In principle, the application will be submitted by the administrative scrivener on your behalf.
📍Follow-Up During Review & Result Notification
We provide full support throughout the screening process, including status checks and handling any additional document requests.
Even after approval, we can assist with residence card updates and future visa planning.
-Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) –
We clearly address your questions and concerns before you get in touch.
Q1. Can I request support even if it’s my first time applying?
Of course. Many of our clients are first-time applicants for naturalization, permanent residency, or visa status changes.
We provide careful, step-by-step support tailored to each individual’s situation.
Even if you’re not sure where to begin, feel free to contact us—we’re here to help.
Q2. Can you provide support in English?
Yes, we offer support in English, including email communication and explanations of documents.
We have extensive experience assisting English-speaking clients, both in Japan and abroad, so please feel confident reaching out to us.
Q3. Can you help with cases that were declined by other offices?
Yes, we are flexible in handling complex or irregular cases.
We will carefully listen to your situation, identify any challenges, and work with you to find the most suitable path for your application.
If you’re unsure whether your case is too difficult, please don’t hesitate to consult us.
Q4. Do I need to pay a fee at the consultation stage?
No, the initial consultation—whether by email or contact form—is completely free of charge.
We will review your situation and provide information, and only after you decide to proceed will we explain the contract and fees.
Q5. Can I consult or request services even if I live overseas?
Yes, we support clients living abroad through email and online meetings such as Zoom.
We have experience handling cases like naturalization preparations from overseas and visa applications for family members residing outside Japan.
Q6. What types of visas and procedures do you handle?
We provide support for a wide range of applications, including naturalization, permanent residency, spouse visas, work visas, specified skilled worker visas, and business manager visas.
After carefully reviewing your situation, we will recommend the most suitable procedure for your case.
Q7. Is it okay if I can’t read Japanese documents?
Yes, no problem. We provide clear explanations of all documents in English, so you can understand everything before signing or submitting anything.
Even if you’re not confident in your Japanese, you can proceed with peace of mind.
Q8. How long does the screening process take?
It depends on the type of application, the time of year, and the workload of the immigration or legal affairs office.
As a general guideline, naturalization takes around 6 to 12 months, and permanent residency takes around 4 to 8 months.
We will provide a more accurate estimate based on your specific situation during the initial consultation.
-Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) –
We clearly address your questions and concerns before you get in touch.
Q1. Can I request support even if it’s my first time applying?
Of course. Many of our clients are first-time applicants for naturalization, permanent residency, or visa status changes.
We provide careful, step-by-step support tailored to each individual’s situation.
Even if you’re not sure where to begin, feel free to contact us—we’re here to help.
Q2. Can you provide support in English?
Yes, we offer support in English, including email communication and explanations of documents.
We have extensive experience assisting English-speaking clients, both in Japan and abroad, so please feel confident reaching out to us.
Q3. Can you help with cases that were declined by other offices?
Yes, we are flexible in handling complex or irregular cases.
We will carefully listen to your situation, identify any challenges, and work with you to find the most suitable path for your application.
If you’re unsure whether your case is too difficult, please don’t hesitate to consult us.
Q4. Do I need to pay a fee at the consultation stage?
No, the initial consultation—whether by email or contact form—is completely free of charge.
We will review your situation and provide information, and only after you decide to proceed will we explain the contract and fees.
Q5. Can I consult or request services even if I live overseas?
Yes, we support clients living abroad through email and online meetings such as Zoom.
We have experience handling cases like naturalization preparations from overseas and visa applications for family members residing outside Japan.
Q6. What types of visas and procedures do you handle?
We provide support for a wide range of applications, including naturalization, permanent residency, spouse visas, work visas, specified skilled worker visas, and business manager visas.
After carefully reviewing your situation, we will recommend the most suitable procedure for your case.
Q7. Is it okay if I can’t read Japanese documents?
Yes, no problem. We provide clear explanations of all documents in English, so you can understand everything before signing or submitting anything.
Even if you’re not confident in your Japanese, you can proceed with peace of mind.
Q8. How long does the screening process take?
It depends on the type of application, the time of year, and the workload of the immigration or legal affairs office.
As a general guideline, naturalization takes around 6 to 12 months, and permanent residency takes around 4 to 8 months.
We will provide a more accurate estimate based on your specific situation during the initial consultation.
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Please contact us using the inquiry form below.
If you are in a hurry, feel free to call us at
06-7777-3467
(9:00 AM – 11:00 PM, Monday to Friday)
Please note that we may be unable to answer immediately if we are assisting other clients.
In that case, kindly leave a voicemail, and we will call you back as soon as possible.
About Our Privacy Policy
To learn about the privacy policy of “Ishinagi Administrative Scrivener Office,”
please refer to the link below:

Representative Administrative Scrivener: Takanori Ishinagi
Japan Federation of Certified Administrative Procedures Legal Specialists (Registration No.: 24260930)
Osaka Administrative Scrivener Association (Membership No.: 008905)
Certified Immigration Agent (Notification No.: Gyō-172025200093)
Neo Heights Shin-Yodogawa Room 406,
1-20-18 Jūsōhigashi, Yodogawa-ku, Osaka 532-0023, Japan
Feel free to contact us.
We will respond politely and clearly.
Business Hours: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM (Monday to Friday)
Closed: Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays
※ Email and LINE inquiries are accepted 365 days a year.



