How to Set Up Your Business in Japan: A Step-by-Step Guide

Title

How to Set Up Your Business in Japan: A Step-by-Step Guide

Date & Time

2 pm to 4 pm, Thursday, July 10th (JST)  (Doors open for In-person: 1:30pm)

Format

Onsite: Conference Room 16th Floor, Fukoku Seimei Bldg. 2-2-2 Uchisaiwaicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0011

Capacity

Onsite: 25 persons  Online: Unrestricted

Attendance Fee

Complimentary

Hosted by

Atsumi & Sakai

Speakers

Damintha Pathirana, Partner

Kentaro Minato, Partner

Taro Morinaga, Advisor

This seminar offers practical guidance for foreigners interested in setting up a business in Japan. It begins with an overview of Japan’s business environment and highlights key reasons why Japan is a strong choice for investment. Participants will learn about the main types of business entities, including a comparison of the most suitable options for foreign investors. The seminar will also cover the basic steps for company incorporation, including required procedures, costs, timelines, and visa process. In addition, it will address human resource management, how to handle labor disputes, and Japan’s approach to dispute resolution. This is a valuable opportunity to gain essential insights and a clear roadmap for successfully launching your business in Japan.

Program

1. Welcome & Introduction
     - Opening remarks
     - Introduction of speakers and participants

2. What you need to know about Japanese culture for doing business in Japan

3. FDI Restriction in Japan

4. Business Entity Options in Japan for Foreigners

5. Differences between Kabushiki Kaisha and Godo Kaisha

6. Step-by-step guidance to Company Incorporation in Japan

7. How to manage HR compliance issues in Japan

8. Discussion & Q&A Session

9. Closing Remarks

10. Networking

*The program may be subject to change.

Registration

Registration for in-person

Registration for online