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BUSINESSES SUPPORTED
INCORPORATION SUPPORT SERVICE
Introducing Japan Rocket Start
We help foreign entrepreneurs and corporations get off to a rocket start in the Japan market. Let us handle your incorporation setup, back office setup, and get you compliant and ready to launch in 3…2…1…
HANDS ON SETUP SUPPORT SERVICES
We will prepare and submit your incorporate, taxes, and labor and welfare documents, and more.
Can process your business manager visa and serve as a temporary director.
Can prepare your post-incorporation tax notifications and year-end tax filings.
Can prepare your employee welfare registrations and apply for employee grants.
Can create a corporate bank account and find you office space.
GOVERNMENT SUBSIDY AND LOAN SUPPORT
We can help our incorporation clients with Japanese Governments Subsidies and Loans for startups and SmBs.
Native English support
Have helped more than 50 companies incorporate and get subsidies or loans.
Have had major successes with some subsidies even over 10,000,000 yen
Service limited to incorporation clients only.
Not in Japan? No problem, we can support a branch office or business manager visa.
COMPANY INCORPORATION TIMELINE
Save up to 7 weeks on incorporation time!
Book your free consultation
We create an estimate and explain how we can help you save
We help you incorporate
- You complete our questionnaire / checklist
- We create your docs, stamps,
- We submit your incorporation documents
- We submit your tax / labor & welfare documents
Need help with other areas like payroll or accounting?
We have optional packages for additional support. We can also make introductions to affordable accounting support.
TESTIMONIALS
Hear From Our Clients
At Rocket Start, we provide expert guidance, clear options, and dedicated support to make your business incorporation seamless and straightforward.
Incorporation
Navigating the process of starting a business and applying for the Business Manager Visa in Japan felt complex and daunting. TJ made it manageable by providing clear, step-by-step guidance, ensuring my GK entity was established smoothly. His expertise continues to guide me through the visa process with an easy-to-follow roadmap. TJ’s responsiveness and dedication to my specific needs have been invaluable, and I highly recommend him for anyone starting a business in Japan.
Daniel Sokes
Insurance Shield
Incorporation
Tyson and the team thoroughly guided me through the G.K incorporation process, providing easy-to-understand and professional collaterals throughout, and were in constant communication, always able to quickly answer any questions I had along the way. I also really appreciated the ongoing support I received on post-incorporation processes such as taxes, labor laws, and bank accounts, which, from the research I did, is a level of service that other scriveners tend not to consistently provide.
Jo
JKM Capital
Incorporation
Working with TJ gave me the time and the confidence I needed to start my own company in Japan, even while working a full-time job. It was convenient to just work with one person throughout the incorporation process, and TJ was highly responsive, informative and supportive the whole way. We are now working towards the Business Manager Visa. If you’re like me, and you believe in your vision but are having trouble finding just how to start a business in Japan, I highly recommend working with TJ.
Jay
G.K. Cine
Incorporation
One of the most valuable parts of his materials was the section on the founder's agreement. We have a team of three that is passionate about this project and were procrastinating on legal docs. For example, I struggled with how to split equity with my co-founders and how to actually write one when I needed it. Tyson not only provided me with clear information on the common practice was in Japan, but also went beyond by asking his network of local VCs to provide me a more objective view.
Jason Park
Subsidy
I was applying for Japanese government subsidies and needed someone I could fully trust who understood the Japanese systems and could guide me through each step. Fortunately, I found TJ Yoon. He helped me translate documents, conduct research, analyze the market, and secure the subsidies. Thanks to his support, we achieved results that could positively transform our business. If you're exploring applying for Japanese subsidies, I highly recommend TJ.
Ali Motahari
Medic Translate Co., Ltd
Not sure about your options? Let us help.
Business manager visa vs branch office vs startup visa. A GK company vs KK company. Not sure, book a free consultation with us and we can help.
MEET THE TEAM
About Us
Co-Founder (from USA)
Tyson Batino
Tyson Batino is a resident mentor for 500 global and is advising 35 companies on scaling their business in Japan by upgrading their marketing, sales, team, and operations. One area he noticed is that many companies lack good back office systems and it slows them down and makes it harder to get loans, investment, or acquired in the future.
CO-Founder (From Japan)
TJ Yoon
TJ served as an interpreter for the UN and is bringing his native level Japanese and English to help foreigners incorporate and thrive in Japan. He has successfully incorporated more than 10 companies and more than 40 loan and subsidies applications. TJ can help guide you through the incorporation process and more.
WE'RE HERE TO HELP
Frequently Asked Questions
In Japan, the most common types of companies to incorporate are the Kabushiki Kaisha (KK), which is similar to a corporation, and the Godo Kaisha (GK), which is akin to a limited liability company (LLC). Each type offers different benefits and requirements.
Yes, we can!
Yes, we can!
Yes, we can!
Yes, Japanese law requires that any business incorporating in Japan must have a registered physical address within the country. This can be a rented space, office address, or even your own home. We can also share some places that you could rent for an affordable price. For long-term visa holders, you can use a virtual office space.
The time it takes to incorporate a business can vary, but typically it takes about 1-2 weeks depending on the jurisdiction and the complexity of your business structure and your response speed and clarity of your business idea and structure.
We have guides to DIY and can give some advice to clients on business structure and cap table / equity.
Yes, at Rocket Start, we offer comprehensive support in English to guide you through the incorporation process smoothly and efficiently.
If you were to DIY, you would need a Japanese friend or partner to create all the documents in Japan for you. You would also have to submit it on your own. Let us do all the heavy lifting for you.
Costs can vary based on the type of incorporation, state or country of incorporation, and additional services required. We provide transparent pricing and cost-effective solutions for all types of businesses.
G.K costs around 60,000 yen for government fees + 10,000 yen for the stamp, and 40,000 yen in person filing fee (online free in Japanese)
K.K costs around 200,000 yen for government fees + 10,000 yen for the stamp, and 40,000 yen in person filing fee (online free in Japanese)
Our fees are separate from these and we can make a stamp on your behalf.
Yes, our partner has done the incorporation process for over 300 companies, so you are in good hands.
