28 April 2018
I’m staying in Japan!
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Summary
After six weeks, immigration summoned him with ¥4,000, passport, and documents; he expects approval but acknowledges the postcard isn’t confirmation. He frames the likely visa as fulfilling an eight-year Japan dream, contrasting Japan’s income rules with England’s £18,000 sponsorship requirement. He books Malaysia tickets for his wife to meet his parents, despite communication nerves; he then demonstrates frying spring rolls.
Insight
Expected visa milestone converts defensive online conflict into confident future planning and family integration.