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Japan's Qualified Invoice System: What It Means for Your Accounting Software

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Japan's Qualified Invoice System: What It Means for Your Accounting Software

Japan's Qualified Invoice System: What It Means for Your Accounting Software

Japan's Qualified Invoice System has been mandatory since October 2023. Learn what your accounting software must support — T-numbers, dual tax rates, 7-year storage, and more.

Yuga Koda

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Telecommunications Business Notification in Japan for SaaS Companies

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Telecommunications Business Notification in Japan for SaaS Companies

Telecommunications Business Notification in Japan for SaaS Companies

Does your SaaS need telecom notification in Japan? Covers MIC filing requirements, notification vs registration, the 2023 Outer amendment, and when cloud services trigger obligations.

Japan Market Entry

Yuga Koda

Founding Director

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Secondhand Goods Dealer License in Japan: Guide for E-Commerce Businesses

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Secondhand Goods Dealer License in Japan: Guide for E-Commerce Businesses

Secondhand Goods Dealer License in Japan: Guide for E-Commerce Businesses

Japan secondhand goods dealer license (kobutsusho kyoka) guide covering 13 product categories, online selling rules, identity verification, application process, and penalties.

Japan Market Entry

Yuga Koda

Founding Director

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Opening a Restaurant in Japan: Food Service Permits & Licensing Guide

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Opening a Restaurant in Japan: Food Service Permits & Licensing Guide

Opening a Restaurant in Japan: Food Service Permits & Licensing Guide

Guide to restaurant permits in Japan. Covers public health center licensing, HACCP compliance, food sanitation managers, facility inspections, and alcohol service notifications.

Japan Market Entry

Yuga Koda

Founding Director

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Japan Construction Business License: Requirements for Foreign Companies

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Japan Construction Business License: Requirements for Foreign Companies

Japan Construction Business License: Requirements for Foreign Companies

Complete guide to Japan construction business licenses. Covers 29 categories, ordinary vs special licenses, financial thresholds, engineer qualifications, and penalties.

Japan Market Entry

Yuga Koda

Founding Director

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Import & Export Licenses in Japan: Trade Compliance Guide

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Import & Export Licenses in Japan: Trade Compliance Guide

Import & Export Licenses in Japan: Trade Compliance Guide

Japan import and export licensing guide covering customs declarations, FEFTCL strategic export controls, customs broker requirements, restricted goods, and AEO certification.

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Yuga Koda

Founding Director

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