I've done extensive research regarding getting a visa that leads towards residency in Japan, but I cannot find anything that relates similarly for my situation or if it is impossible.
I would like any suggestions or solutions to my problem.
I'm looking to move to Japan as I started crowdfunded adult illustrations on pixiv FANBOX because the amount I earn from it in yen is too high that I lose an extreme amount from conversion fees, and their withdrawal only allows 1 million yen per month for non JP banks + high cost of living where I live.
Currently my main options from what I can see is start-up visa or business manager visa.
My income is north of 20 million yen annually from FANBOX alone, so I am highly self-sufficient.
Here are my main concerns:
- I am happy to register a business with the 5 million yen investment (provided I can find a trusted person to deposit), but realistically it will only be a sole proprietor and my works do not require a physical office or hiring others, so am I correct in the concern that the officials will disregard the business registration as illegitimate?
- Since pixiv FANBOX is already a japanese company, can this be considered as a reason for me to operate in Japan to officials as it can be seen as selling to Japanese?
- Startup visa may have the issue, where since I am already operating outside of Japan successfully, is there a reason for them to allow me to enter?
- Is the stigma of adult illustrations enough for them to reject my proposal?
For my business plan, I don't have any strong points to lead to why I need to be in Japan, other than the fact that my high income is appealing enough as a taxpayer, or the possibility of hiring others in Japan for translation needs or commissions.
If anyone can provide suggestions or other options to gain residency in Japan, it would be greatly appreciated.
If possible, suggestions of what I can place on my business plan and proposal will also be appreciated.
by AffectionateMany1062