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The Ministry of Justice (MOJ) has announced significant, sweeping changes and provided crucial clarifications regarding the requirements and operational standards for the Business Manager Status of Residence These amendments, aimed at ensuring the quality and viability of foreign-owned businesses in Japan, raise the bar for new and existing entrepreneurs. Read More …
The way foreigners can have an address in Japan to start a business is very simple. They can make a company with an address and bank account. They can then apply to change their residence status after making company and acquiring a license where required.
So, what kind of options do you have if you don’t have an address in Japan. You basically have two options. One of them is to make a company first and the other is applying for a visa before making the company. Read More …
Japan is actively attracting global entrepreneurial talent to fuel innovation and economic growth. The Startup Visa Program (also known as the “Business Manager Visa for Startup”) provides a route for foreign nationals with groundbreaking business concepts to secure a long-term visa. This allows them to establish and operate their companies within Japan. Read More …
A Japanese company’s payroll and legal calendar involves several key tasks throughout the year.1 Here’s a general overview, keeping in mind that specific dates can vary slightly and it’s always best to consult with a professional for your specific situation Read More …
In Japan, Guarantors, known as “Rentai-Hoshonin” in Japanese, are requested in many situations when renting an apartment or taking out a loan etc.
Recently, opportunities for Rentai-Hoshonin to be requested have decreased, however, the system still remains. Read More …
Recently, foreigners can apply for business loans.I will give some tips for taking out business loans. (1)Specific business plans with reality (2)Accurate and timely accounting (3)Punctual payment of each cost Read More …
The Labor Standards Act stipulates minimum standards for wages, working hours, holidays, and other major working conditions.
Even If the company hires a worker, the company must prepare the three types of the designated documents, which are called “Legally stipulated three books” and keep them for a certain period of time. Read More …
There are three types of tax that companies must pay, which are corporate tax, consumption tax, and withholding tax. Japanese Tax Law is extremely complicated. So, companies should use professional accountants from the start. Read More …
We have four kinds of social insurance, namely health insurance, pension, nursing insurance, and unemployment insurance. Read More …
Almost all trading company owners in Japan, especially those of companies exporting to home countries, may feel that Japanese language websites are not so necessary. However, the importance of websites is now greater than ever before. Read More …
Accounting activities such as numerical information recording is very important for various stakeholders like investors, customers, banks, tax office, and government offices when granting licenses. Read More …
You need to obtain licenses or certificates to start business in some fields.I shall introduce the major licenses and certificates here. These licenses are some of many licenses. If you start a business in Japan, you should consult a specialist. Read More …
The biggest stumbling block for foreigners setting up a business in Japan is opening a corporate bank account. One solution is to buy a company that already has a bank account. Read More …
There are three ways for foreign companies to establish a presence in Japan: establishing a branch, establishing a subsidiary, and establishing a representative office. The appropriate method depends on the size and purpose of the company. Read More …
The 4-month Business Management Visa is a startup visa that is screened by the Immigration Services Agency. Like the 6-month visa supported by local governments, it is designed as a preparation period for company establishment. For this reason, it is possible to apply for the visa even if the office rental contract and capital payment have not been completed, which is necessary for obtaining a 1-year visa. Read More …
Because of the political circumstances in Myanmar, the Japanese immigration office allows Myanmar people who would like to stay in Japan even after a present staying permit . This measures also apply to one who has habitual residence in Myanmar. Read More …
For foreign students who graduated after 1st of January, 2020 and have trouble to go back own country because of Covid-19 suffering, are able to get another visa type ‘Designated Activities 特定活動｀ One can apply only to the immigration main Read More …
Trouble for applying Corona subsidies? Need help? Jizokukakyufukin – 持続化給付金 – Subsidies for sustaining businesses ・Countermeasures for suffers from Coronavirus Possibility to get financial support Also for foreigner owners of small- and medium-sized businesses and freelancers If your company decreases Read More …
(photo by YAT) Tokubetsukyufukinー特別給付金ーSpecial cash payment If you have an official residence in Japan, you will receive a notice about Special cash payment. You can apply it via post, but if you have already my number card (マイナンバーカード）, you Read More …
（photo＠すしぱく） Measures for extension of the period of visas for one who gets expire the validation during March to half f July For further information, please click the link. There are QR-codes for each languages on the bottom of Read More …