Insights & Guides
Practical knowledge on Japan market entry — from company setup and visas to trade logistics and branding.
IOR and EOR in Japan: How to Import and Export Without a Japan Entity (2026 Guide)
Importer of Record (IOR) and Exporter of Record (EOR) let a non-resident company move goods into and out of Japan under the Customs Act (関税法) without incorporating a Japan entity. IOR covers the...
Importing Dangerous Goods to Japan — IATA, IMDG & Regulatory Compliance Guide 2026
Lithium Batteries, Compressed Gases, Chemicals, and Hazardous Materials: What Japan Requires Before Your Shipment Clears Customs
When Your Import Is Too Complex for a Standard ACP
Most ACP providers handle customs declarations. But when your shipment triggers FEFTA, Radio Act, or HS advance rulings — standard ACP stops and regulatory execution starts.
IOR vs ACP — Which Do You Need for Japan Imports?
Choosing the wrong import structure in Japan can cost you millions of yen in unrecoverable tax. Here's how to decide between IOR and ACP — and when you need both.
Non-Resident IOR vs. Full Entity — Cost-Benefit Analysis
When to Stay Light with ACP, When to Incorporate, and How to Calculate the Break-Even
Product Compliance for Non-Resident Importers — PSE, PSC & Food Safety
Japan's Mandatory Safety Marks and What Changed in December 2025