Types of business entities
KK, GK, branch office, and other structures—when each makes sense for foreign-led businesses.
Start Your Company in Japan
The 2026 Step-by-Step Guide for Foreign Entrepreneurs
Practical, plain-English guidance for non-Japanese founders who want to set up and run a business in Japan—from entity choice to filings and day-one operations. Written by a certified administrative scrivener (行政書士) who handles real incorporations, visas, and compliance for international clients every week.
Japan Business Guide Series · Book 1 · Kindle (ASIN B0DGY15GZY)
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What You'll Learn
Step-by-step incorporation process
Articles of incorporation, capital, seals, Legal Affairs Bureau filings, and post-registration steps in order.
Visa requirements for foreign entrepreneurs
How business plans, roles, and capital tie into manager and work-related residence statuses.
Tax and accounting essentials
What to expect from corporate tax, consumption tax, blue return, and working with a tax accountant.
Banking and financial setup
Opening accounts, proof requirements, and realistic timelines for new companies.
Practical tips from real experience
Lessons from the field—what delays filings, what speeds them up, and how to avoid common mistakes.
About the Author
A certified administrative scrivener who uses AI and structured workflows to support foreign entrepreneurs and inbound companies. Based in Osaka, Mayuha provides end-to-end support from company formation through visa applications and ongoing compliance.
Reader Reviews
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“Placeholder review: the step-by-step flow matches what we experienced with our GK setup. To be updated with a verified review.”
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