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Company Incorporation

Establish your K.K. or G.K. company in Japan with expert guidance

Choose Your Company Type

K.K.

Kabushiki Kaisha (Joint Stock Company)

Most popular choice for foreign investors

Min. Capital
¥1
Timeframe
2-3 weeks
  • Limited liability protection
  • Easy to raise capital
  • Preferred by investors
  • International recognition
G.K.

Godo Kaisha (Limited Liability Company)

Flexible structure with lower costs

Min. Capital
¥1
Timeframe
1-2 weeks
  • Lower setup costs
  • Flexible profit distribution
  • Simpler management
  • Privacy protection

Incorporation Process

1

Name Reservation

1-2 days

Reserve your company name with the Legal Affairs Bureau

2

Capital Preparation

1-3 days

Deposit minimum capital and prepare bank statements

3

Document Preparation

3-5 days

Prepare articles of incorporation and legal documents

4

Notarization

1 day

Get articles of incorporation notarized

5

Registration

1-2 weeks

File incorporation documents with Legal Affairs Bureau

6

Post-Registration

1 week

Obtain corporate seal, bank account setup

Incorporation Requirements

Directors & Officers

At least 1 director (can be foreign national)

Minimum Capital

¥1 minimum (practical minimum ¥1,000,000)

Registered Address

Japanese business address required

Corporate Seal

Official company seal (hanko) registration

Benefits of Incorporation

Limited Liability

Personal assets protected from business debts

Tax Benefits

Corporate tax rates and deduction opportunities

Business Credibility

Enhanced reputation with customers and partners

Ready to Incorporate?

Get a personalized quote based on your specific needs

Start your Japanese company today

Our incorporation specialists are ready to guide you through every step