๐ฏ๐ต Business Structures in Japan
Compare the available legal structures for company formation in Japan. Each structure has different requirements, costs, and tax treatment.
Stock Company (KK)
ๆ ชๅผไผ็คพ (Kabushiki Kaisha)
Min. 1 shareholder
JPY 1 (no statutory minimum since 2006)
2โ4 weeks
Foreign companies establishing a full subsidiary in JapanBusinesses seeking to raise capital from Japanese investorsCompanies that need maximum credibility with Japanese clients and partners
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Limited Liability Company (GK)
ๅๅไผ็คพ (Godo Kaisha)
Min. 1 shareholder
JPY 1 (no statutory minimum)
1โ3 weeks
Small businesses and solo entrepreneurs seeking a simpler, lower-cost structureForeign companies establishing a Japanese subsidiary with no plan to raise external capitalHolding companies and asset management vehicles
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