Management visa- category -

Due to the legal revision, the figure of "30 million yen" has taken on a life of its own, and we are increasingly hearing from foreign business owners who are currently doing business in Japan as sole proprietors, anxious about whether they too must immediately prepare 30 million yen in capital. In conclusion...

Unparalleled in Kyoto, we highly integrate "management consulting" and "obtaining status of residence". We are more than just an agent for administrative procedures. We provide a full support system to help you get your business in Japan off the ground.  Three Core Values...

Dear Municipal Officials, Thank you so much for your daily work in supporting startups. It is not the documents that you are stamping. It is the view of this city 10 years from now. Last October, the environment surrounding foreign entrepreneurs changed drastically. The examination requirements for the "Management/Administration" visa were substantially tightened...

The first major hurdle for foreign entrepreneurs starting a business in Japan is to obtain a "business administration visa. However, it is not enough to simply prepare the necessary documents. The Immigration Bureau's screening process is becoming stricter and stricter every year, and the continuity and stability of the business is strictly required. Therefore, a full-fledged application...

It is no exaggeration to say that for foreign business owners who have decided to start a business in Japan and are applying for a business management visa, the choice of an administrative scrivener as a partner can mean the difference between the fate of their business and that of their foreign business. Unfortunately, however, there are many cases where the process does not go smoothly, or where the explanation is inadequate and the applicant feels uneasy...

For foreign entrepreneurs trying to start a new business in Japan, "administrative procedures" and "language and cultural barriers" are two of the most difficult obstacles to overcome. However, what is truly required at many support sites is more than just document representation. We are here to help entrepreneurs with their business...

1. start-up visa is not a "goal", it is a "stay of execution" Many entrepreneurs are relieved after obtaining a "start-up visa (6 months to 2 years)", but that is a big mistake. Due to the amendment of the law in October 2025, the hurdle for renewal to the "Management and Administration Visa" is "an investment of 30 million yen or more...

Starting a business in Kyoto means more than just pursuing profits for a single company. It means to be a part of the grand story of passing on to the next generation the "beauty of Japan" that has been preserved over the millennia. Today, many foreign entrepreneurs are attracted to Kyoto, while...

Since the October 2025 revision, the term "business sustainability" has been treated more seriously than ever before in immigration inspections. In this article, we will discuss how to avoid denial of visa application based on the latest screening trends in 2026....

The nature of Japan's program to promote entrepreneurial activities by foreign nationals has undergone a major transformation since its last revision in October 2025. The former "grace period for preparation for starting a business" is no longer applicable. Investors should pay close attention to the fact that the Japanese government, through this public notice, has effectively created a "management...