I am a professional gamer from China. I have won prizes in several international game tournaments and championships. I have been interested in Japanese culture for a long time and want to relocate to Japan. Does Japan have a visa regime that allows individuals with exceptional achievements to live in the country?
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Japan does not have a visa for individuals without a contract with an organization in Japan or being dispatched by an overseas organization. An individual with exceptional talent may apply for a Highly Skilled Professional status, which still requires a contract in the country. The gamer would be entitled to an Entertainer visa when he or she participates in a competition or an Engineer type visa if the job requires knowledge of
information technology, but still needs to have a contract in Japan and a bachelor's degree.