declan_murphy@hotmail.com wrote:
> TXZZ wrote:
> > Marvel wrote:
> > > "TXZZ" <superoutland@aol.com> wrote in message
> > > news:1154982279.806185.202430@75g2000cwc.googlegroups.com...
> > > > how do i get one
> > > >
> > > Just find someone who has one and white out their name then place your name
> > > on it.
> > > Nobody will ever know
> >
> > what so it isnt like stamped on a passport or anything
>
> Visa is a sticker placed into passport with reader for scanners. As for
> "how do i get one"
>
> The Cultural Activities visa covers academic or artistic activities
> that provide no income, activities for the purpose of pursuing specific
> studies on Japanese culture or arts, or activities for the purpose of
> learning and acquiring skills in Japanese culture or arts under the
> guidance of experts (for example, ikebana, tea ceremony, judo, etc.).
> Any activities covered by this visa must be organised through an
> organisation or with an expert in a particular field - you cannot just
> apply for the visa and then look for something to do when you come to
> Japan. Activities are generally not considered to include the Japanese
> language, but you may be able to study Japanese on this visa after
> completing your other activities.
>
> If you intend to engage in academic or artistic activities, or specific
> studies of Japanese culture or arts:
>
> * Proof of the activity of the applicant and the duration, and the
> outline of the organization where the applicant intends to engage in
> the activity concerned.
> * Proof of the academic, professional, and any other career relevant to
> the activity of the applicant in Japan.
> * Documents certifying that the applicant can cover all expenses
> incurred while in Japan.
>
> If you intend to learn Japanese culture or arts under the guidance of
> an expert, additional materials showing the career and the achievements
> of the expert are required, in addition to the documents mentioned
> above.
>
> HTH.

So the japanese government sponsors it?  I mean, of course, but for
instance, I think employers apply for visas, not the employees when a
job is being taken.  Who can sponsor a cultura visa?