Is It Hard to Do Business in Japan as a Foreigner?
An honest answer on doing business in Japan as a foreigner — what is genuinely easy, what is genuinely hard, and the mistake most newcomers make.
Investors / Business
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Do You Need a Japanese Address to Register a Company?
Yes, your Japanese company needs a registered address — but which kind? Virtual, serviced, leased or residential, and where each one breaks down.
Investors / Business
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Do You Need a Japanese Partner or Resident Director?
Do you need a Japanese partner or a resident director to incorporate in Japan? The rule changed — here is what is actually required now, and what still helps.
Investors / Business
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Can You Own 100% of a Japanese Company as a Foreigner?
Yes — foreigners can wholly own a Japanese company. Here is what full ownership does and does not give you, plus the sectors where limits apply.
Investors / Business
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How Do You Transfer Money Into Japan to Fund Your Business?
How to move funding into Japan for your new company — the account problem, the routes that work, and the reporting rules foreign owners miss.
General
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Can Foreigners Own a Business in Japan?
Can foreigners own a business in Japan? Learn 2026 company, visa, staffing, capital, licensing and investment rules before you launch or invest in Japan.
General
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How to Tell the Difference Between “Yes,” “Maybe,” and “No” in Japanese Business Communication
In Japan, "yes" doesn't always mean yes. Learn how to read the real meaning behind polite business responses — and navigate with confidence.
General
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Why Written Confirmation Matters More in Japan
In Japan, a smooth meeting doesn't mean agreement. Learn why written confirmation is the single most important habit for foreign clients doing business here.
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