According to the Immigration Bureau of Japan, there are 649 refugees from Ukraine as of 16th of this month.
The breakdown is 20 people evacuated by government aircraft on the 5th of this month, 20 people evacuated by private aircraft rented by the government on the 9th and 16th of this month, and other means. The number of people who have evacuated is 609.
The government has a policy of actively accepting refugees from Ukraine, granting a status of residence that allows a short-term stay of 90 days, and if the person wishes, he / she can work and stay for one year if necessary. The change to the status of residence is permitted.
Changing to the status of residence of "Specific Activities" has the advantage of being able to register as a resident and enroll in National Health Insurance, and as of the 13th of this month, about 130 people have been allowed to change.
The government is working with local governments and companies to improve the acceptance system, but there is a possibility that the evacuation life will be prolonged, so how to deal with anxieties about language barriers and employment, and necessary support. Is an issue.