I’m one of the many people who came to Japan through Konnichiworld. Like many others, I was excited and hopeful. They presented themselves as a consultancy service, offering training and support. In reality, we were asked to pay significant fees for so-called “training,” only to be connected directly with employers.
It wasn’t until we were already in Japan that many of us realized this process might not be entirely legal. And now that we’re here, we feel trapped. Speaking out puts us at risk because we’ve been warned that if we complain, they will contact our employers and potentially have our visas revoked.
That’s why so many of us stay silent. Some only feel safe sharing their stories through anonymous accounts.
To those still waiting to leave for Japan under this same agency, please know that the situation has changed. The company has reportedly lost many of its contracts. Even for those of us already here, some were suddenly transferred to new cities, forced to move into new apartments, and given no choice in the matter.
We’re not trying to discourage anyone’s dreams. We just want people to know the full picture. We hope that someday, someone will be strong enough to file an official complaint. Until then, many of us can only watch quietly and hope things improve.
Please stay informed. Please be careful. You are not alone.
by [deleted]