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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.

Japan Market Entry

Yuga Koda

Founding Director

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Financial Services Licenses in Japan: FSA Registration Guide for Foreign Firms

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Financial Services Licenses in Japan: FSA Registration Guide for Foreign Firms

Financial Services Licenses in Japan: FSA Registration Guide for Foreign Firms

Guide to FSA financial services registration in Japan. Covers Type 1 and Type 2 categories, capital requirements, the 2025 Simplified Type 1 reform, and compliance infrastructure.

Japan Market Entry

Yuga Koda

Founding Director

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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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How to Choose the Right Japan Work Visa: Complete Guide to Visa Categories

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How to Choose the Right Japan Work Visa: Complete Guide to Visa Categories

How to Choose the Right Japan Work Visa: Complete Guide to Visa Categories

Compare Japan work visa categories — Engineer/Specialist, HSP, Intra-Company Transferee, Business Manager, and more. Find the right visa for your hiring needs.

Visa & Immigration

Japan Market Entry

Yuga Koda

Founding Director

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