Visa Knowledge Base
The Complete Guide to Opening Bank Accounts in Japan: A Must-Read for Entrepreneurs (2025 Update)
A complete guide to opening bank accounts for entrepreneurs in Japan: personal accounts, corporate accounts, online banking alternatives, and practical strategies for getting approved after rejection.
Renting in Japan: A Practical Housing Guide for Entrepreneurs (2025 Update)
A complete guide to renting in Japan for foreign entrepreneurs, covering the fee structure, screening tips, UR housing, and the pros and cons of using your home as an office.
Japan Social Insurance Guide: Health Insurance, Pension, and Labor Insurance for Founders (2025 Update)
A complete social insurance overview for entrepreneurs in Japan, including health insurance, employees' pension, workers' compensation, unemployment insurance, cost calculations, visa impact, and the Japan-China social security agreement.
Kabushiki Kaisha vs. Godo Kaisha: Which Company Structure Should Entrepreneurs in Japan Choose? (2025 Update)
A practical comparison of Kabushiki Kaisha and Godo Kaisha, covering incorporation costs, procedures, tax treatment, and visa implications to help you choose the right structure.
Japan Startup Subsidies and Grants Guide: Funding Support Available to Entrepreneurs in Japan (2025 Update)
A complete guide to subsidies, grants, and startup financing for entrepreneurs in Japan, including eligibility, funding amounts, and key considerations for foreign founders.
Japan Status of Residence Guide: Full Comparison of Work Visas, Highly Skilled Professionals, and Specified Skilled Worker (2025 Update)
A complete comparison of Japan's main statuses of residence, including Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services, Business Manager, Highly Skilled Professional, and Specified Skilled Worker.
Complete Dependent Visa Guide: How Business Manager Visa Holders Can Bring Family to Japan (2025 Update)
A detailed guide to Dependent Visa application requirements, document checklists, timelines, and practical points for Business Manager Visa holders bringing family members to Japan.
Japan Startup Tax Basics: A Tax Guide Every Entrepreneur in Japan Should Know (Latest for 2025)
Corporate tax, consumption tax, income tax, resident tax, and social insurance: a full tax overview for entrepreneurs in Japan, including tax-planning ideas and visa-related cautions.
From a Business Manager Visa to Permanent Residence: A Complete Guide for Entrepreneurs in Japan (2025 Update)
A complete roadmap from a Business Manager Visa to permanent residence in Japan: eligibility requirements, fast-track options through the Highly Skilled Professional points system, required documents, and key issues business owners need to watch for.
Japan Business Manager Visa Complete Guide 2026: Everything You Need to Know About the October 2025 New Requirements
Comprehensive guide to Japan's Business Manager Visa (経営管理ビザ) under the 2025 new requirements: ¥30 million capital, JLPT N2, full-time employees, expert evaluation, and more — all explained step by step.
How to Write a Business Plan for a Japan Business Manager Visa: Template Structure + Common Pitfalls
A practical guide to writing a business plan for a Japan Business Manager Visa (経営管理ビザ): standard structure, section-by-section writing tips, financial forecasting, industry-specific points, and common reasons applications fail.
How to Set Up a Company in Japan: The Full Timeline From Zero to a Business Manager Visa
A complete guide to setting up a company in Japan and applying for a Business Manager Visa: company type selection, office setup, incorporation, visa application, post-arrival procedures, plus a full cost breakdown and timeline.
Business Manager Visa Eligibility Requirements Explained: A Clause-by-Clause Breakdown of the October 2025 New Standards
A detailed breakdown of every eligibility requirement under Japan's October 2025 Business Manager Visa (経営管理ビザ) standards: ¥30 million capital, full-time employee hiring, JLPT N2, management experience, expert evaluation, office requirements, and the category system.
Business Manager Visa Cost Breakdown 2026: How Much It Costs to Set Up a Company and Get the Visa
A complete breakdown of Japan Business Manager Visa costs in 2026 under the new standards: ¥30 million capital, mandatory employees, JLPT N2, expert evaluation fees, plus old-vs-new comparisons and practical ways to save.
Business Manager Visa Renewal: Complete Document Checklist and Practical Guide for the October 2025 New Standards and Transition Period
What documents do you need to renew a Business Manager Visa (経営・管理ビザ)? This practical guide explains the transition period under the October 2025 new standards, category-based document requirements, key review points, common refusal reasons, and renewal strategies for current visa holders.
Common Reasons Business Manager Visa Applications Are Rejected and How to Avoid Them: Pass on the First Try Under the 2025 New Standards
The October 2025 new standards have sharply increased rejection risk for Japan's Business Manager Visa: ¥30 million capital, JLPT N2, expert business-plan review, and more. This guide breaks down the most common rejection reasons for both first-time applications and renewals, with a practical self-check list and response strategies.
From Student or Work Visa to Business Manager Visa: Complete Change-of-Status Guide in Japan
A complete guide to changing from a student visa or work visa to a Business Manager Visa in Japan: eligibility under the October 2025 new standards, ideal timing, preparation steps, resignation strategy, common failure cases, and practical pitfalls to avoid.