The goal of the program is to promote the spread of Japanese culture to the international community through the efforts of Japan-based foreigners.
So the Immigration Bureau of Japan is about to get a lot of Japanophiles’ hearts aflutter, as its announced that an upcoming overhaul of its regulations will make it possible for foreigners working in anime-related fields to obtain permanent residency rights in Japan after just one year.
Those who score 70 points can be considered for permanent residency after three years, but to be eligible after only one year, you’ll need 80 points.
The Japanese government isn’t going to start handing out permanent residency to each and every anime fan who wants to walk around Akihabara shooting videos to share on social media.