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Key legal considerations for entering Japan
Company formation & registration
Judicial Scrivener
Business license
Administrative scrivener
Visa application
Administrative scrivener (Immigration Lawyer)
Tax
Tax Accountant
Labor
Labor and Social Security Attorney
Post-incorporation business advisory
All areas
Touch Immigration Law Firm is your single point of contact for entering Japan
Expanding into Japan means handling several issues at once — company formation, licenses and permits, visa applications, tax, labor, and more. At Touch Immigration Law Firm, we map out the full scope of work involved and, together with our partner judicial scriveners, tax accountants, and labor and social security attorneys, support you through a single, unified point of contact.
Mapping out your entry strategy
Identifying the required procedures and key issues
Confirming whether licenses or permits are needed
Working through the visa-application requirements
Coordinating with our partner specialists
Designing and managing the overall schedule
Our strength lies in seeing the whole picture of your expansion into Japan and unifying every specialist you need under a single point of contact.
I'm not sure what to organize first, or which procedure to start with.
I can't tell whether forming a company is enough
Beyond setting up a company, I'm not sure whether I also need licenses, permits, or visa applications.
I can't figure out who to ask for what
I can't see the full picture of the specialist support I need — registration, tax, labor, licensing, visa applications, and so on.
I want to factor in relocating our representative or expatriate staff
I want to organize not just setting up a company in Japan but also obtaining visas — all in one place.
I'd like support after the business launches, too
Beyond company formation and applications, I'd also like to consult on operations and changes once the business is up and running.
I want to discuss all the Japan-side procedures together
I'd like to handle tax, labor, registration, and administrative procedures together rather than one by one.
When you expand into Japan, what matters isn't tackling each procedure ad hoc as it comes up, but mapping out the whole picture first and then proceeding in the right order.
Touch Immigration Law Firm serves as your single point of contact, providing one-stop support for your move into Japan.
Start by understanding the big picture
If you "don't even know what you don't know" yet, start by getting a clear view of the overall picture and process. We offer a free Japan Entry Guidebook covering the points you should understand first.
We've pulled together the information we most want you to read as you start considering your move into Japan.
Centered on helping foreign companies enter Japan, our services range from post-entry operational support to Business Manager visa support for individual entrepreneurs living overseas — all tailored to your goals.
We organize your current business situation and the required documents, then support your Business Manager visa renewal application.
For:
Holders of a Business Manager visa
From consultation to launching and running your business in Japan
Free initial consultation
We confirm your current situation, your business, and your goals for entering Japan.
Outlining the required procedures
We map out which procedures and specialist support will be needed.
Quote & scope of support
Based on what's needed, we present a formal quote and a clear scope of support.
Formal engagement
If you're satisfied with the proposal, you formally engage our services.
Preparation & specialist coordination
We advance the necessary preparations — company formation, registration, licensing, visa applications, tax, labor, and more.
Launching your business in Japan
Once everything is in place, you move ahead to launching your business in Japan.
Post-Entry Operational Advisory
Even after entry, we provide ongoing support covering status of residence, administrative procedures, specialist coordination, and language support.
Support Fees
Below are the main reference fees for Japan entry support and Business Manager visa support. Actual fees vary with your business, how you enter the market, and which licenses, permits, or statuses of residence are required. Details will be provided after your free comprehensive initial consultation.
Services for foreign companies & investors
Total Japan Entry Support
From JPY 300,000
Post-Entry Operational Advisory
Quoted separately
Business Manager Visa Services
Business Manager Visa Certification Support (overseas + with a collaborator)
From JPY 400,000
Business Manager Visa 4-Month Application Support (overseas + without a collaborator)
From JPY 500,000
Business Manager Visa Change Support (within Japan)
From JPY 400,000
Business Manager Visa Renewal Support (within Japan)
From JPY 120,000
Startup Visa Support
From JPY 350,000
Main items that may incur separate fees
・Formation and registration fees when company formation is required
・Application fees when license/permit applications are required
・Tax filings, tax advisory, and other tax-related fees
・Translation and interpretation fees where required
・Statutory fees, government office disbursements, certificate issuance fees, etc.
・Fees related to branch establishment and various registrations where required
・Status-of-residence application fees for representatives, expatriate staff, etc.
・Labor filings, social insurance procedures, work-rules preparation, and other labor-related fees
・Fees for on-site accompaniment, local support, etc.
Note:
*Fees vary with your business, how you enter the market, and which licenses, permits, or statuses of residence are required.
*After your free comprehensive initial consultation, we'll provide a formal quote with full details.
5 reasons clients choose Touch Immigration Law Firm
When a company or investor enters Japan, there's far more to organize than company formation — licenses and permits, visa applications, specialist coordination, and post-entry operations. At Touch Immigration Law Firm, we keep the whole picture in view and deliver practical, end-to-end support.
Expertise
Organizing your entire expansion with specialist knowledge of international affairs
Entering Japan means handling several issues in parallel — not just company formation but also licensing, visa applications, tax, and labor. As an immigration law firm specializing in international affairs, we look beyond individual procedures and organize the entire picture.
End-to-end support
Unified support for company formation, licensing, visa applications, and specialist coordination
Entering Japan can require several specialists — registration, visas, tax, labor, and more. We act as your point of contact, organizing and advancing the whole process while coordinating with our partner judicial scriveners, tax accountants, and labor and social security attorneys.
Multilingual
Japanese, English, Chinese, and Vietnamese
Entering Japan often involves not only procedures within Japan but also communication with your overseas headquarters and foreign representatives. Drawing on our multilingual team, we explain the Japan-side processes and rules clearly every step of the way.
Fair pricing
The right amount of support, at fees that are easy to commit to
When it comes to entering Japan, an unnecessarily large setup isn't always the best fit. We provide exactly the support you need — no more, no less — at realistic fees, keeping our service accessible, including for mid-sized companies.
Track record
Practical, experience-based proposals
With a track record of 3,000+ visa applications and cases from more than 50 countries, we draw on hard-won experience to advise — realistically — on what tends to become a sticking point and the order in which to tackle it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the consultation really free?
Yes, the initial consultation is free.
Can I request services from overseas?
Yes, we can provide support online. We also offer multilingual support.
Please tell me more about the “Free Reapplication Guarantee.”
At our office, if your application is denied, we will handle a reapplication free of charge. Depending on the situation, we may also handle a second reapplication.
*Special cases are excluded. We will explain the detailed guarantee terms during the consultation.
I would like to know the detailed fees.
You can download materials summarizing our fees and services free of charge. Depending on your concerns, we may also create an individual support plan for you. Please feel free to consult us first.
Concerns About Expanding into Japan? Please Start with a Free Consultation
On YouTube & social media, we break down entering Japan, visas, and licensing
total views
1.5 million+
321 videos
10,390 subscribers
*Channel totals, as of April 15, 2026
Also available in English and Chinese!
Entering Japan
A systematic guide for overseas founders and companies starting a business in Japan — covering company formation, licensing, Business Manager visas, bank accounts, costs, and timelines.
Business Manager Visa
Everything on the Business Manager status of residence: requirements for approval and renewal, what examiners look for, the new rules after the recent revisions, common reasons for denial, and how to prepare.
Foreign National Policy
Fast commentary on Japan's shifting immigration policy and residence system — what each new announcement actually changes, and how foreign nationals and companies should prepare.
– Results from Touch Immigration Law Firm –High client satisfaction
We're proud of the high praise we receive from our clients.
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Thanks to your support, I was able to successfully obtain my Business Manager Visa. I am sincerely grateful.
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Yuda-san provided expedient service, even though we approached him with very little time to spare. Apart from some paperwork required from our end, everything else was efficiently covered by TOUCH, and the visa process was completed with practically 0 issues.
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The administrative scrivener was very easy to consult with and responded quickly even to detailed questions. They listened carefully when I explained my situation and provided accurate advice.
The preparation of the application documents for the Immigration Bureau was also very thorough, and I was impressed when I reviewed the documents prepared for submission in advance.
It is very reassuring to know that I can consult them again if I have any concerns or worries about visas in the future.
Master the Most Difficult Status: The Business Manager Visa
LEC Tokyo Legal Mind
Foreign Employment Support Seminar
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AGEKKE CORPORATION
Seminar on responding to revisions in laws for foreign talent
"Changing! Laws and rules concerning foreign nationals"
Toda City International Exchange Association
Systems concerning foreign residents during the COVID-19 pandemic
The situation of foreign residents during COVID-19
As specialists in business expansion into Japan and the “Business Manager” Visa, we have been interviewed by numerous media outlets.
New York Times
June 5, 2026
The Foreign Correspondents' Club of Japan (FCCJ)
June 8, 2026
Magazine features
FIVE STAR MAGAZINE
TAC NEWS
We're here to keep supporting you long after you've entered Japan
Entering Japan doesn't end once your company is formed and the paperwork is done — plenty follows. Managing the status of residence of your representatives and expatriate staff, handling licenses and various changes, coordinating tax and labor specialists, liaising with your overseas headquarters: day-to-day operations involve a great deal. For companies already in Japan, we offer Post-Entry Operational Advisory as an ongoing point of contact for consultation and coordination.
Status of residence & support for foreign nationals
Consultation, renewals, changes, and new-hire arrangements for the status of residence of representatives, expatriate staff, and foreign employees
Administrative procedures & changes
Consultation on licenses and administrative procedures, and arrangements for changes to company information or operating structure
Specialist coordination
A single point of contact with our partner judicial scriveners, tax accountants, and labor and social security attorneys — organizing and bridging the support you need
Language support included
Support built around communication with your overseas headquarters and foreign representatives, in English, Chinese, and more
Ongoing consultation
Day-to-day consultation on running your company in Japan, and help shaping your approach to future hiring, organizational development, and new challenges
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Representative: Kazuki Yuda
“Reliable peace of mind for people and companies crossing borders”
The Japanese market has a unique regulatory system and business practices, even by global standards. For companies expanding into Japan from overseas, understanding the overall picture is by no means easy. Company establishment, licenses and permits, statuses of residence, and compliance—each field requires a high level of expertise, and at the same time, these areas are closely interconnected. If each issue is handled only in isolation, unexpected pitfalls may arise.
As an immigration law firm specializing in international services, our office has built a track record of more than 3,000 cases accepted to date. Our dedicated team of 10 members includes qualified immigration lawyers as well as native-speaking staff in English, Chinese, and Vietnamese, enabling us to provide one-stop support for your company’s expansion into Japan.
We do not merely handle procedures on your behalf. Instead, we select the most suitable approach according to your company’s business plan and provide proposals with a view to your development three and five years into the future. We take on all practical procedures so that overseas companies can focus on the business strategies they should truly prioritize.
To deliver reliable peace of mind through the field of administrative procedures to companies taking on challenges across borders, and to each individual working within them—this is the foundation of our daily work. We will continue to devote ourselves to sincere support while constantly refining our expertise.
5th Floor, Omiya East Building, 1-86-1,
Miya-cho, Omiya-ku, Saitama City, Saitama 330-0802 Japan
Access
3-minute walk from the East Exit of JR Omiya Station
TEL
+81 (0)48-400-2730
Business Hours
9:00–19:30
Closed
Sundays
Tokyo Office
Affiliated Association
Tokyo Gyoseishoshi Association
Address
2nd Floor, NIHOMBASHI 3-CHOME SQUARE (c/o CROSSCOOP)
3-9-1 Nihombashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-0027 Japan
Access
7-minute walk from the Yaesu North Exit of Tokyo Station
2-minute walk from Exit B1 / Exit D3 of Nihombashi Station
TEL
+81 (0)3-6825-0994
Business Hours
9:00–19:30
Closed
Sundays
If you're considering entering Japan, start with our free comprehensive initial consultation
Tell us about your current situation, your business, and your goals, and we'll outline the procedures you'll need and how to proceed. If you'd like to pin down where to begin and which specialists to involve, get in touch anytime.
