Working Holiday Visa
JOYNONE WORKING HOLIDAY PROGRAMME
Start your new life in Japan—without the stress.
Our services
DIGITAL NOMAD VISA
Expert guidance on visa options and requirements for remote work in Japan.
STUDENT VISA
End-to-end support for choosing schools, preparing applications, and obtaining your student visa.
WORKING HOLIDAY VISA
We help you secure the right visa, prepare documents, and start your work-and-travel journey smoothly.
HIGHLY SKILLED PROFESSIONAL / J-SKIP VISA
For experienced professionals with high education, skills, and salary who may qualify for Japan’s fast-track highly skilled routes. We help you understand the general pathway, prepare your profile, and connect you with approved immigration specialists for the application.
BUSINESS MANAGER / STARTUP VISA
For those who want to set up and run a business in Japan. We support you with planning, local setup (office, address, utilities, etc.), and coordination with schools/partners, while our approved legal partners handle the formal visa and company procedures.
- What Is JoynOne
JoynOne — Japan’s #1 Welcome Service for Foreigners
JoynOne is your all-in-one helper for anyone who wants to start a new life in Japan — whether for a few months or many years.
We take care of everything you need to settle in: housing, banking, phone setup, insurance, utilities, and all essential paperwork.
- What is Working Holiday Visa
JoynOne Working Holiday Programme
The Working Holiday Visa lets you live and work in Japan for up to one to two years, depending on your nationality. This visa allows you to take on paid jobs to support your stay while exploring the country.
With JoynOne, you’ll have full support from our local team in Tokyo, plus access to our affordable, foreigner-friendly share houses—perfect for settling in quickly. When it’s time to work, we’ll guide you through job-hunting in Japan, and if you prefer a guaranteed start, you can choose from our list of pre-arranged job opportunities ready before you arrive.
Live in Japan for up to 1–2 years and support your stay with part-time work
Get full support from our Tokyo team and access to affordable, foreigner-friendly share houses.
When you’re ready to work, we’ll support your job hunt in Japan—or you can pick a pre-arranged job before you arrive.
Is it your dream to spend a year in Japan—immersing yourself in its culture while supporting your stay through part-time work? The JoynOne Working Holiday Programme makes that dream simple and stress-free.
- Services Process
How JoynOne Works
Looking for answers? Explore our help section or contact us if you need more support.
Step 1 – Before You Arrive in Japan
We prepare everything so your first week in Japan goes smoothly.
- Pre-Departure Support:
Our team answers all your questions and helps plan your year in Japan. - Visa Document Check:
Upload your application and we’ll review it before you submit. If we approve it and you’re still rejected, we’ll refund 80% of our fee (20% operational fee to be paid). - Knowledge Base Access:
A mobile-friendly library of short videos, guides, and checklists that explain every step — from visa to daily life in Japan. - Live Chat Assistant:
Available 9AM to 6PM JST everyday to answer your questions and guide you step by step. - Cultural Preparation:
Learn Japanese customs, etiquette, and work culture so you blend in confidently. - Pre-Departure Orientation:
Join a live online session with our team to walk through everything you’ll do in your first week.
Step 2 – Upon Arrival
We take care of all the essentials so you can start living — not worrying.
- Airport Escort (Optional)
We meet you at Haneda/Narita (Tokyo) and help you reach your accommodation safely. - Housing Assistance:
Move into affordable, foreigner-friendly sharehouses in Tokyo, Kyoto, or Okinawa, or choose from partner accommodations. - City Hall Registration:
We accompany you to register your address, get your MyNumber, and sign up for National Health Insurance. - Pension Exemption:
We help you apply for a pension exemption if you qualify. - Bank Account Setup:
We take you to newcomer-friendly banks that open accounts quickly for Working Holiday visa holders. - Phone Plan Setup:
Choose a SIM/eSIM and get it activated instantly — we stock SIM cards in our offices for speed. - Job Support:
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- Create Japanese and English résumés with our templates and help.
- Attend weekly job counseling sessions (90–120 minutes) with interview practice and job tools.
- Receive job postings via our LINE group and office access for printing and applications.
- Official Letters:
We help you understand mail from Japanese authorities and track important deadlines (e.g., taxes, renewals).
Step 3 – After Setup
We stay by your side long after your first week — for as long as you need us.
- One Year of Support:
Our multilingual team is here for you all year — in-person at our Tokyo office or remotely via phone, LINE, WhatsApp, email, or chat. - Aftercare (30 days):
We follow up on your utility setups, insurance cards, and bank cards, and re-accompany you once if something needs fixing. - Community Events:
Join cultural workshops, social meetups, and local language exchanges (some free, some low-cost).
- Language Learning (Optional):
- JoynOne Beginner Conversation Course (starts monthly).
- Partner schools in Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and Nagano at discounted rates.
- Online private lessons and discounted learning communities.
- Free language exchanges every month.
- JoynOne Beginner Conversation Course (starts monthly).
- Accommodation Flexibility:
Extend or move rooms anytime, switch cities easily, or arrange independent housing — we’ll guide you remotely through local paperwork.
- Eligibility
Who Can Join
Anyone eligible for a Working Holiday Visa for Japan can join the JoynOne Working Holiday Programme.
You can check the specific eligibility details under the “Visa” section.
If your nationality doesn’t qualify for a Working Holiday Visa, don’t worry — you can still experience life and work in Japan!
By enrolling in 6–24 months of full-time Japanese language studies on a Student Visa, you can receive a work permit (up to 28 hours per week) and enjoy the same JoynOne Work & Travel support services.
- FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
(Working Holiday Only)
Do you guarantee my Working Holiday Visa will be approved?
A. No one can guarantee visa approval. However, we carefully check your documents before you submit. If we approve your visa application and it is still rejected, we refund 100% of our JoynOne programme fee.
Do you guarantee a job in Japan?
A. We don’t guarantee a specific job, but we provide weekly counselling, résumé support, job information, and optional pre-arranged opportunities. Many participants successfully find part-time work with our support.
Do I need to speak Japanese to join?
A. No. Many Working Holiday participants arrive with little or no Japanese. We help you with the most important procedures and give you options to start learning after you arrive.
How long do you support me after arrival?
A. JoynOne includes support for up to one year, with extra follow-up during your first 30 days to make sure everything is set up correctly.
Which cities can I live in?
A. Our main support base is Tokyo, with share house options and partners in other popular areas such as Kyoto and Okinawa. Contact us for the latest list of locations.
When should I apply for JoynOne?
A. Ideally, you should contact us before applying for your Working Holiday Visa, so we can check your documents and help you plan your timing, housing, and first week in Japan.