The relaxing of the immigration rule is aimed at promoting bilateral relations.
Those who want to stay longer are still required to apply for a visa. However, those who want to enjoy the privilege still have to get approval from immigration officials at a Japanese entry point.
The embassy said immigration officials could ask for necessary information and documents such as return ticket before granting approval.
More information is available by calling the embassy’s Consular Office at (02) 207 8503 and (02) 696 3003 or
the embassy's website