Insights & Guides
Practical knowledge on Japan market entry — from company setup and visas to trade logistics and branding.
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
Customs Valuation — How to Declare Import Value Correctly in Japan
Get It Wrong and Face Penalties. Get It Right and Optimize Duties + JCT.
Product Compliance for Non-Resident Importers — PSE, PSC & Food Safety
Japan's Mandatory Safety Marks and What Changed in December 2025