Three Forms for Foreign Corporations Entering Japan: Representative Offices, Branches, and Subsidiaries (GK, KK) Why is a GK preferable to a KK? Explaining the Advantages and Disadvantages The Structure of a 100% Parent Company-Owned LLC Points to Note When a Corporation Becomes a Member, Appointment of Executive Officers Required Documents ① When foreign corporations enter the Japanese market, their structures are primarily divided into the following three types:Representative offices, branches, and regional offices. This article outlines the differences between these three structures and provides a detailed explanation of the increasingly common LLC branch office structure ( ). To summarize the differences between the three structures, they have the following characteristics:…

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Foreign companies establishing a presence in Japan generally select one of three types of operation. Subsidiary (Kabushiki Kaisha or Godo Kaisha) Branch office Representative office * Various advantages are now available to foreign financial companies setting up business in Tokyo The Asian Headquarter subsidy program ended on 31st March,2017. The Overseas Finacial Corporation Business Establishment Subsidy Program has started since 1st April,2017. Foreign financial companies newly establishing business operations in  Tokyo can apply for this subsidy.Advance consultation before determining plans to establish of business operations and other various eligibility criteria are required. For further information, please contact us. There are 3 general types for foreign companies to start a business…

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