Student Visa vs Working Holiday
| Student Visa | Working Holiday | |
|---|---|---|
| Education | Admission to a Japanese school | No education requirement |
| Experience / exam | None (degree route) | Age 18–30 (partner countries) |
| Japanese | Depends on the school | No legal requirement |
| Family | Conditional (mainly university students) | No family sponsorship |
| Work rights | Permit needed, ≤28 h/week | Mostly free (adult venues excluded) |
| Period of stay | Per program, up to 4y3m per grant | 1 year, non-extendable |
| Renewal | Yes, no limit | Not renewable |
| Changing employer | Not applicable | Free |
| Road to PR | Counts toward residence, not work years | Usually not counted |
This table is a simplified overview verified against official sources on the linked visa pages — each page cites the specific Immigration Services Agency documents per requirement. Always confirm with those sources before acting.