A double tax treaty in Japan represents an agreement between Japan and another state meant to protect against the double taxation risk in those cases when the same income is taxable in both jurisdictions. Japan is a country which has signed numerous tax treaties with jurisdictions all over the world. In some cases, draft agreements with other…
A branch office in Japan represents a supplementary location through which a foreign company can expand to Japan. The branch office is not an independent business entity from its foreign parent company and it performs the same business activities. The Japanese branch can be a suitable option as it allows a foreign company to…
A subsidiary in Japan represents an independent entity set up according to the Japanese legislation, with a foreign entity owning its shares. The foreign entity may be the sole shareholder of the subsidiary in Japan, though it may be possible to have other shareholders as well, be it an individual or a company, local or…
A shelf company in Japan, also known as a ready-made or a tailor-made company, is a company which was registered in the past and which can be utilized immediately for doing business. The reason numerous foreign investors choose to acquire such an entity is mainly that the time to set it up is much shorter…
The virtual office in Japan allows investors to create a professional business image, without having to maintain a traditional office space. A number of advantageous options and services packages are readily available to those foreign investors and/or foreign companies that need a professional business address in one of the main Japanese cities.…
The diverse company types in Japan reflect the country's dynamic business landscape. Japan provides options for both big corporations and smaller, adaptable ventures to suit the preferences and requirements of entrepreneurs and investors. There are sole proprietorships, companies, and partnerships. The partnerships are divided into general partnerships (Go-mei Gaisha) and…
The Japanese taxation system is quite elaborate so it is advisable that the Tax authorities are checked before paying a tax. Both individuals and companies must pay a number of taxes every year and must file annual returns. Foreign residents are only taxed for the incomes earned in Japan. The permanent residents of Japan are paying…
What is a limited liability company in Japan? The limited liability company (LLC), also knowns as the “Godo Kaisha”, is one of the preferred Japanese business forms where the shareholders have limited liability based on their contribution to the capital. Below, our Japan company formation advisors explain how to set up an LLC. Our immigration lawyers in Japan can…
