You can leave Japan even while applying for an extension of your period of stay or a change of status of residence.

Many foreigners working in Japan return to their home countries temporarily for the Christmas holidays, New Year's holidays, etc.
We often receive inquiries asking, "Can I return to my home country temporarily while my visa application is pending?"

The bottom line is that you can return to your home country temporarily even while your application is pending.
However, the applicant must be in Japan in person when collecting their residence card.
This is because you will need to present your old residence card and passport when collecting your new residence card.
Normally, once the review is complete, you will need to collect your new residence card within two weeks.
Therefore, if your application is approved while you are back in your home country, you will need to re-enter Japan and collect your new residence card by the deadline.

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