Our Service Overview

We provide end-to-end support for Entertainment Visa applications, including complex multi-person and multi-project submissions.

Standard Application Fee

• ¥165,000 (tax included) per application

Bulk & High-Volume Applications

• Highly competitive volume-based pricing available
• The per-application fee decreases as the number of applications increases
• Designed for:
• Touring groups and performance troupes
• Film and commercial productions
• Agencies managing multiple talents
• Event organizers and promoters

Because requirements differ by project, bulk pricing is quoted individually after reviewing scope, timing, and documentation complexity.

What Is the Entertainment Visa?

The Entertainment Visa is required for foreign nationals engaging in paid entertainment activities in Japan, including:

• Film, TV, commercial, and streaming productions
• Concerts, DJ performances, and music tours
• Modeling, fashion shows, and promotional events
• Esports tournaments and livestreamed competitions
• Professional dance, theatre, and traditional arts
• Any compensated public performance sponsored by a Japanese entity

Even short-term or one-day appearances may require this visa if compensation or public performance is involved.

Who Needs an Entertainment Visa?

You generally need an Entertainment Visa if:

• You are paid by a Japanese company or promoter
• You perform in front of an audience
• You appear in filmed or recorded content
• You take part in advertising or promotional activities

You may not need an Entertainment Visa if:

• You attend meetings only
• You engage in unpaid, non-public activities
• Your visit is strictly limited to business negotiations

⚠️ Borderline cases are common.
Oak Admin Office provides activity risk assessments to determine the safest and most compliant visa route.

What Clients Can Expect From Bulk Visa Support

Bulk Entertainment Visa applications require coordination, consistency, and immigration-grade documentation. Our service includes:

Centralized Case Management

• Unified handling of all performers under one project
• Consistent documentation structure across applications
• Clear role definitions for each applicant

Tailored Checklists per Role

• Performers, crew, support staff, and creatives assessed separately
• Role-specific documentation to avoid unnecessary delays

Sponsor-Side Coordination

• Liaison with Japanese production companies, venues, and promoters
• Review and correction of contracts, schedules, and payment terms
• Alignment with immigration expectations before submission

Timeline Control

• Applications structured to move together
• Reduced risk of partial approvals or staggered outcomes
• Planning support for tight event schedules

Required Documents (Overview)

Requirements vary by performance type and venue, but typical documents include:

From the Japanese Sponsor

• Certificate of Eligibility (COE) application form
• Detailed activity and performance schedule
• Contract or invitation letter stating compensation
• Company registration certificate (登記事項証明書)
• Financial statements
• Project evidence (scripts, event outlines, promotional materials)

From the Performer

• Passport copy
• Resume or career history
• Portfolio, performance history, or proof of professional status
• Photos, reels, or recordings (where required)
• Contract or payment documentation

For 風営法-Regulated Venues

• Proof of venue licensing
• Safety and compliance documentation
• Floor plans and operational permits

Oak Admin Office provides customized document checklists tailored to your exact project.