First-Class Architect License: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how to obtain the First-Class Architect License in Japan to gain legal authorization to design buildings of any scale or height.
The First-Class Architect License is a professional certification that allows architects to design structures of any size or height within Japan.
Who it's for
This license is available to architects who have successfully passed the national examination and have completed the necessary practical experience required by the government.
What you get
Once you hold this license, you receive legal authorization to design buildings of any scale and any height.
What it costs you
Maintaining this status requires paying annual registration maintenance fees. You are also required to attend mandatory periodic training sessions to keep your license active.
The catch to know
You must stay on top of your professional development; missing the mandatory periodic training updates can lead to the suspension of your rights to practice architecture.
How to apply
- Ensure you have passed the national examination.
- Verify that you have completed all required practical experience.
- Follow the registration process through the official government channels.
- Check the official portal for specific submission requirements: https://www.mlit.go.jp