Working in Japan as a foreigner can be both a challenging and rewarding career move. A difficult language, different culture and business customs are often seen as barriers to working in Japan but for the executive that is willing to…

In order to carry out business in Japan, it is necessary to create a comprehensive business base in form of a branch-office or Japanese subsidiary. When establishing a Japanese branch-office, registration as a “foreign company” is mandatory. However, when conducting…

Lease Office Space If you already have a good idea of where you want to base your business, you can look for an office and sign a lease. Renting a lease office gives you several advantages, such as an official…

The methods and options available when establishing a new business in Japan, as well as the types of taxes differ greatly depending on whether you are opening a representative Japan office, a Japanese branch-office or a new company in Japan.…

Running a business in Japan requires you to pay various kinds of taxes to the national and local governments. Depending on the type and size of your business as well as the location of the head office, rates may vary…