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Incorporation Support

Ultimate Guide to Obtaining a Restaurant License in Japan

By Justin Liang / 2025年7月3日

Starting a restaurant in Japan means navigating a detailed licensing process that ensures food safety, proper operations, and legal compliance. […]

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Apply for J-Startup Program in Japan: Ultimate Guide for Foreign Entrepreneurs

By Justin Liang / 2025年7月2日

Expanding your startup can be incredibly rewarding, especially if you tap into the J-Startup Program in Japan. Launched by Japan’s

Ultimate Guide to Startup Accelerators in Japan
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Ultimate Guide to Startup Accelerators in Japan

By Stefan Farca / 2025年7月2日

Japan’s startup ecosystem is booming, driven by innovation, government support, and a growing appetite for global entrepreneurship. This Guide to

Guide to starting a real estate business in Japan
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Ultimate Guide to Starting a Real Estate Business in Japan

By Stefan Farca / 2025年6月26日

Starting a real estate business in Japan can be a highly rewarding and profitable venture for foreign entrepreneurs and international

Incorporation Support

Opening a Retail Business in Japan: Costs, Legal Steps, and Growth Strategy

By Ivan / 2025年6月3日

Japan’s retail sector, with 126 million consumers and a 3.1% sales growth in March 2025, is thriving. Despite e-commerce accounting

7 Essential Steps for Opening a Restaurant in Japan
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7 Essential Steps for Opening a Restaurant in Japan

By Samihah / 2025年6月3日

Key takeaways  1. Opening a restaurant in Japan requires local licenses, permits, and a Business Manager Visa. 2. Startup costs

Visa Support

Ultimate Guide to Switching from a Student Visa to a Business Manager Visa in Japan

By Ivan / 2025年5月29日

Key Takeaways What if your student visa wasn’t just a temporary status, but the first step toward building your business

Top reasons for Business Manager Visa rejection in Japan
Visa Support

Understanding the Reasons for Business Manager Visa Rejection in Japan

By Samihah / 2025年5月29日

Key takeaways Top 3 Reasons for Business Visa Rejection  Japan sets a high bar for foreign entrepreneurs applying for the

Starting a Company in Japan with No Residency
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Starting a Company in Japan with No Residency (2025 Guide)

By Emanuele / 2025年4月28日

Key Takeaways Question Answer (Short Summary) Can non-residents start a company in Japan? Yes. Since 2015, non-residents can set up

Bringing your family on Business Manager Visa in Japan.
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Business Manager Visa 2025: Bring Your Family to Japan with Confidence

By Wiktoria / 2025年4月24日

Introduction: Understanding the Business Manager Visa in Japan Learn how to bring your family on a Business Manager Visa in

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