Event Brief
Japan restaurants hit by visa pause for foreign workers
Filed: May 15, 2026 at 10:08 PM ET
Summary: Japan restaurants face staffing issues as special visa holders reach their quota and a visa pause takes effect.
WHO: Japan restaurants
WHAT: Restaurants are affected by a pause in special visas for high-demand foreign workers after the quota is reached.
WHEN: May 15, 2026 at 9:10 PM ET
WHERE: Japan
WHY: The number of special visa holders reached its preset quota, leading to a visa pause.
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