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会員団体
Member 1
The American Chamber of Commerce
www.accj.or.jp
Member 2
The Canadian Chamber of Commerce
www.cccj.or.jp
Member 3
The Japan Hong Kong Society
www.jhks.tokyo

Step 1. Decide on office location (physical office space or virtual office address).
Step 2. Make a company seal.
Step 3. Create Articles of Incorporation.
Step 4. Get notarized (only applicable for KKs).
Step 5. Deposit capital.
Step 6. Register your company incorporation documents.
Step 7. Notify/file at the Tax Office.
Step 8. Notify/file at a Labor Standards Inspection Office.
Step 9. Notify/file at a Japan Pension Service Office.
Step 10. Notify/file at a Public Employment Security Office.

Learn more in our guide about company formation in Japan.


Decision 1. Decide on company type.
Decision 2. Decide on your company name.
Decision 3. Determine the location of your office.
Decision 4. Determine whether you will have a board of directors.

Learn more in our guide about company formation in Japan.


Yes! We provide reputable business addresses in Tokyo, Kyoto, and Fukuoka that individuals can use for company registration. Please book a demo call so you can choose the best plan for your business.


Yes! We offer virtual office addresses in Japan that you can use on marketing collateral or to register your company in Japan. Please inquire about the best plan for your company.


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