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Title Picture: How to Obtain a Restaurant License in Japan
Incorporation Support, Licenses Support

Restaurant License in Japan: Permits, Cost & Timeline

By Justin Liang / 2025年7月3日

Revised May 2026 | Originally By Justin Liang Key Takeaways Getting a restaurant license in Japan is not only about […]

Title Image labeled: Ultimate Guide to the J-Startup Program
未分類, Incorporation Support, Visa Support

Apply to the J-Startup Program: 2026 Eligibility Guide

By Justin Liang / 2025年7月2日

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

Ultimate Guide to Startup Accelerators in Japan
Start a Business in Japan

Top Startup Accelerators in Japan (2026 List & Apply)

By Stefan Farca / 2025年7月2日

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

Guide to starting a real estate business in Japan
Licenses Support, Start a Business in Japan

Start a Real Estate Business in Japan: License & Capital

By Stefan Farca / 2025年6月26日

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

Incorporation Support

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

By Ivan / 2025年6月3日

Key Takeaways Opening a retail business in Japan can be a strong opportunity for foreign founders, overseas brands, and entrepreneurs

7 Essential Steps for Opening a Restaurant in Japan
Incorporation Support, Start a Business in Japan

Open a Restaurant in Japan: 7 Steps to Launch (2026)

By Samihah / 2025年6月3日

Key takeaways  This is part of our series offering valuable tips on incorporating a business in Japan. To learn more

Visa Support

Student Visa to Business Manager Visa: 2026 Guide

By Ivan / 2025年5月29日

Key Takeaways Transitioning from a student visa to a Business Manager Visa has become significantly more challenging since the October

Starting a Company in Japan with No Residency
未分類, Visa Support

Start a Company in Japan Without Residency (2026)

By Emanuele / 2025年4月28日

“The essential first question when you want to start a company in Japan without residency is understanding what incorporation actually

Bringing your family on Business Manager Visa in Japan.
Visa Support

Bring Family on a Business Manager Visa: 2026 Rules

By Wiktoria / 2025年4月24日

The Business Manager Visa (経営・管理 / Keiei-Kanri) not only allows you to establish and operate a business in Japan, but

Opening a recruitment agency in Japan
Start a Business in Japan

Start a Recruitment Agency in Japan: License & Costs

By Wiktoria / 2025年4月15日

Creating a recruitment agency in Japan offers promising opportunities but comes with its own unique set of challenges. Setting up a

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