Insights & Guides
Practical knowledge on Japan market entry — from company setup and visas to trade logistics and branding.
Japan M&A Advisory Fees Guide (2026) - What Advisors Charge and How to Budget Your Deal
Lehman Formula, Success Fees, Retainers, and the Full Cost Stack for a Japan Cross-Border Acquisition
How Much Paid-In Capital Does a Japan KK or GK Need? (2026 Guide)
Choosing the Right Capital Amount: Tax Thresholds, Bank Expectations, and Practical Guidance for Foreign Companies
How to Find a Company to Buy in Japan - M&A Sourcing Guide for Foreign Buyers 2026
Understanding Japan's Deal Origination Landscape: Intermediaries, Platforms, Business Succession, and Direct Outreach
Japan Company Formation Cost Guide (2026) - Full KK and GK Cost Breakdown
What It Actually Costs to Incorporate in Japan, From 定款 to First Bank Statement
Japan M&A Deal Timeline - How Long Does an Acquisition Actually Take?
Phase-by-Phase Breakdown of a Japan Cross-Border M&A Transaction, from First Contact to Closing
Japan Corporate Split (会社分割) Guide - How to Demerge or Carve Out a Business from a Japanese Company
Absorption Splits, Incorporation Splits, and Why Foreign Companies Use Them for Restructuring
Japan Share Purchase Agreement Guide - What Goes into the Definitive Acquisition Agreement
The Structure, Key Provisions, and Negotiation Points Foreign Buyers Need to Understand Before Signing
Japan Representative Director Change - How to Replace or Remove a 代表取締役 in a KK or GK
The Process, Legal Mechanics, and Practical Consequences Every Foreign Owner Needs to Know
Japan Minority Stake Investment - Shareholder Rights, Thresholds, and Protections for Foreign Investors
How to Protect Your Position When You Own Less Than 100% of a Japanese Company
Japan M&A NDA and LOI Guide - What to Expect in the Early Deal Process
Non-Disclosure Agreements, Letters of Intent, and the Mechanics of Entering a Japan Acquisition