The annual quota under the Hong Kong/Japan Working Holiday Scheme has increased from 250 to 1,500 for each city.
Secretary for Labour & Welfare Matthew Cheung today welcomed the increase, saying it provides more opportunities for youths from both places to broaden their horizons, and enhances cultural exchange.
About 1,700 Hong Kong and 450 Japanese youths have joined the scheme so far.
Any Hong Kong person aged 18 to 30 who holds a valid HKSAR passport or a British National (Overseas) passport and has not benefited from this scheme before, can apply for a visa under it.
Successful applicants can stay in Japan for up to a year, during which they can take up short-term employment or engage in short-term study courses.
For details visit the websites of the Immigration Department and the Consulate-General of Japan.