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Notification vs Permission vs License: Japan's Business Licensing System Explained

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Notification vs Permission vs License: Japan's Business Licensing System Explained

Notification vs Permission vs License: Japan's Business Licensing System Explained

Japan uses five regulatory tiers for business licenses: todokede, kyoka, toroku, menkyo, and ninka. Learn the differences, penalties, and how to identify which tier applies.

Japan Market Entry

Yuga Koda

Founding Director

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How to Apply for a Business License in Japan: Step-by-Step Guide

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How to Apply for a Business License in Japan: Step-by-Step Guide

How to Apply for a Business License in Japan: Step-by-Step Guide

Step-by-step guide to applying for business licenses in Japan. Covers pre-consultation, gyosei shoshi fees, required documents, government filing, and post-approval obligations.

Japan Market Entry

Yuga Koda

Founding Director

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Business Licenses in Japan: The Complete Guide for Foreign Companies

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Business Licenses in Japan: The Complete Guide for Foreign Companies

Business Licenses in Japan: The Complete Guide for Foreign Companies

Learn which business licenses foreign companies need in Japan. Covers industry requirements, the four-tier licensing system, costs, timelines, and penalties.

Japan Market Entry

Yuga Koda

Founding Director

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Tax Calendar for Foreign Companies in Japan: All Deadlines

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Tax Calendar for Foreign Companies in Japan: All Deadlines

Tax Calendar for Foreign Companies in Japan: All Deadlines

Complete tax deadline calendar for foreign companies in Japan. Covers first-year prorated filings, PE risk timelines, treaty notifications, FY alignment.

Yuga Koda

Founding Director

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Tax Audits in Japan: What Foreign Companies Should Expect

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Tax Audits in Japan: What Foreign Companies Should Expect

Tax Audits in Japan: What Foreign Companies Should Expect

Complete guide to Japan tax audits for foreign companies: NTA examination types, common audit triggers, penalty rates up to 30%, and key preparation strategies.

Yuga Koda

Founding Director

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Advance Ruling Applications in Japan: When & How to Apply

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Advance Ruling Applications in Japan: When & How to Apply

Advance Ruling Applications in Japan: When & How to Apply

Guide to advance ruling applications in Japan: NTA jizenkakunin rulings, APAs, MAPs — types, process, documentation, timelines, and strategic benefits.

Yuga Koda

Founding Director

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