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Setting Up a United States Company in Japan: What US Founders Need to Know

By May / 2026年8月6日

Setting up a United States company in Japan can mean a few different things. You might be a US company […]

Representative Director in Japan
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Representative Director in Japan: What Every Foreign Founder Needs to Know

By Suleyma Galindo / 2026年8月5日

If you are setting up a company as a foreign founder, one question will come up almost immediately: Who will

Director salary in Japan compared across finance, pharma, IT, and manufacturing
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Director Salary in Japan: 2026 Benchmarks by Industry, Company Size, and Region

By RyanEl-Annan / 2026年8月5日

Key Takeaways Introduction Director salary in Japan is one of the hardest numbers for foreign executives and founders to pin

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Certificate of Incorporation in Japan

By Jet Sanchez / 2026年7月2日

Key Takeaways What is a Certificate of Incorporation in Japan? A certificate of incorporation is one of the most important

The Guide to Closing a Company in Japan
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The Guide to Closing a Company in Japan

By RyanEl-Annan / 2026年6月29日

Closing a KK (株式会社 / Kabushiki Kaisha) or GK (合同会社 / Godo Kaisha) is the final stage of the company

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Why Japanese Banks Reject Your Corporate Bank Account Applications

By Jet Sanchez / 2026年6月24日

Key Takeaways In the case of many entrepreneurs looking to establish a presence in Japan, registering a company is surprisingly

Company formation Japan guide for foreign entrepreneurs
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Ultimate Guide to Company Formation in Japan

By RyanEl-Annan / 2026年6月23日

Key Takeaways Setting up a company in Japan opens the door to one of the world’s largest economies.This guide covers

Sole Proprietor to Company in Japan
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Sole Proprietor to Company in Japan: A Practical Guide for Foreign Entrepreneurs

By Suleyma Galindo / 2026年6月15日

Converting from a sole proprietorship to a corporation means going through full company incorporation in Japan, which is a significant

How Does the New Business Manager Visa Renewal Requirements Affect You?
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How Do the New Business Manager Visa Renewal Requirements Affect You?

By Suleyma Galindo / 2026年6月9日

The new Business Manager Visa renewal requirements, implemented on October 16, 2025, have raised the bar significantly for foreign entrepreneurs

Start a Daycare in Japan: Licensing & Setup in 2026
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Start a Daycare in Japan: Licensing & Setup in 2026

By Chase / 2026年3月4日

Starting a daycare business in Japan presents a strong opportunity for foreign entrepreneurs as demand continues to rise among working

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