Corporate Law
Q. How much does it cost to establish a company in Japan?
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A stock company costs about 200-250K yen, an LLC about 100K yen. Capital can be as low as 1 yen.
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Stock company (KK): ~¥200-250K minimum (notary ¥30-50K, stamp tax ¥40K, registration tax ¥150K min). LLC (GK): ~¥100K (no notary needed, registration tax ¥60K min). Capital can be as low as ¥1 (Companies Act Art. 27).
This article provides general legal information and does not constitute legal advice. For specific legal issues, please consult with a qualified attorney.
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