Starting a business
Can I receive foreign investment into my Japanese company?
Yes. A Japanese company can receive investment from overseas, subject to corporate approvals, banking/KYC and any Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act filing or prior-notification rules.
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What you need to know
Requirements & exceptions
- Sensitive sectors can require advance notification/review.
- Update the shareholder register and corporate filings where required.
- Banks will verify beneficial owners and source of funds.
Documents
- Identity documents
- Company/business plan documents
- Corporate registration documents where applicable
Likely cost
Company setup costs depend on structure and filings: registration tax, notarization where required, certificates, professional fees and initial capital are separate. Use JETRO/Legal Affairs Bureau figures for the chosen entity.
Where to act
Legal Affairs Bureau for corporate registration; tax offices and sector-specific licensing authority as applicable; Immigration separately if residence status is involved.