Case Studies

This clothing/general merchandise company established themselves with our support!

June 2010

<The beginning>

• Our client’s Japan embassy introduced them to us.

<Their purpose>

• To establish a clothing /general merchandise company in Tokyo.

<Their questions>

• How to register the business?
• How to obtain the necessary visas?
• How to find a business administrator who was fluent in English?
• How to find an office?
• How to find import companies?

<Our responses>

• We explained the pros and cons of incorporation in Japan, such as opening a private company (called a Kabushiki-kaisha), or opening a branch office. We also discussed related costs.
• We explained the requirements for business-related visas, such as the Investor / Business Manager Visa and the Intra-Company Transferee Visa.
• We introduced several firms of administrators (called ‘scriveners’) who can speak English.
• We provided possible office choices, such as incubation facilities owned by Tokyo Metropolitan Government Small Business Center, and other office locations handled by commercial real estate firms.

<The results>

• Our client decided to launch a Japan branch.
• They acquired an Intra-Company Transfer Visa.
• Their business registration was completed by the administrative scrivener we introduced them to.
• They found a fine office through a commercial real estate agency.
• We are working together to help them connect with import firms.

<The Tokyo Metropolitan Government coordinator for this project noted>

• “For a clothing and general merchandise business to establish their own company in Tokyo, it’s essential to select the right sales channels and office location. This client opened their office in Koto Ward – it’s an excellent location for them given the merchandise they sell. They have a strong foundation for success.”
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