Starting a Business in Japan as a Foreigner｜Complete Support with Visa, Company Setup, and Business Licenses

Starting a Business in Japan as a Foreigner Requires More Than Just a Visa

"I want to open a restaurant in Japan."
"I'm thinking about starting an import/export business."

These kinds of entrepreneurial ambitions from foreigners are increasing every year.

However, in reality, the process involves multiple steps:

✅ Obtaining a Business Manager Visa
✅ Registering a company (Kabushiki Kaisha or Godo Kaisha)
✅ Acquiring necessary licenses (e.g. food business, secondhand dealer, alcohol sales)
✅ Securing a physical office or shop location

Handling all these simultaneously can be very difficult without professional support.

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What is a Business Manager Visa?

To run a business legally in Japan, foreigners need to obtain a Business Manager Visa.

To qualify, applicants must meet several requirements:

• Secure a physical office or shop location

• Invest at least 5 million yen in capital

• Submit a proper business plan and employment plan

• Prove the ability to operate the business stably

The immigration office will evaluate both the feasibility and legitimacy of your business.

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Business Licenses Are Also Required Depending on the Industry

Getting a visa is only one part of the process. To actually operate your business, you also need industry-specific licenses or permits.

Industry	Required Licenses / Notifications
Food & Beverage	Restaurant business license, late-night alcohol license
Retail / EC	Secondhand dealer license, alcohol sales license
Lodging / Rental	Hotel business license, fire safety compliance, zoning checks

We can guide you through what licenses are necessary for your specific business, and help obtain them.

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Our Strength: A Complete “Startup Support Package” for Foreign Entrepreneurs

At Takami Hiroki Administrative Scrivener Office, we provide end-to-end support from the initial visa application to the actual launch of your business.

✅ Full support for Business Manager Visa applications (including translation)
✅ Company incorporation support (Articles of Incorporation, coordination with a judicial scrivener)
✅ Acquisition of required business permits (restaurant, secondhand goods, alcohol sales, etc.)
✅ Real estate support through our licensed property business
✅ Interior renovation work through our in-house construction team

This rare structure—legal + real estate + construction support in one place—is ideal for foreign business starters in Japan.

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Example Cases

🇻🇳 Vietnamese entrepreneur opened a ramen shop in Kanazawa
→ We handled the Business Manager Visa, restaurant license, lease contract, and renovation.

🇫🇷 French entrepreneur started a wine import & EC business
→ We arranged the alcohol license, e-commerce compatibility, and initial business planning.

🇨🇳 Chinese entrepreneur opened a beauty salon
→ We supported with company registration, beauty business registration, and language interpretation.

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Conclusion: Total Support is Key for Foreign Business Owners in Japan

Launching a business in Japan as a foreign national requires dealing with many components: visa, company registration, licensing, property, and construction.

At Takami Hiroki Administrative Scrivener Office, we provide comprehensive “partner-style” support to help you build your dream business from the ground up.

If you're thinking:

• “I want to open a store in Japan”

• “I want to launch a business as a foreigner”

• “I need someone who can support a foreign entrepreneur”

Then feel free to contact us. We’re here to help.

 

🌍 Want to start a business in Japan? We’re your one-stop partner!
From visa application and incorporation to licensing, real estate, and renovations—we’ll support everything.

👉 Contact Us Here
📞 Phone: 076-203-9314 (Takami Hiroki Administrative Scrivener Office)