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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…
INCORPORATION SUPPORT SERVICE
We will prepare and submit your incorporate, taxes, and labor and welfare documents.
Have helped more than 50 companies incorporate and get subsidies or loans.
Can serve as a temporary director for business manager visa requests.
Certified accountants will prepare your post-incorporation tax notifications
Certified social and labor consultants will handle your post-incorporation notifications
INCORPORATION SUPPORT SERVICE
Chat Support
We provide chat support in either English or Japanese if anything is unclear!
Native English support
Can chat using LinkedIN or FB Messenger
Can answer your questions on Incorporation
BONUS : Can answer your questions on equity, founding team, banking, and more
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.
Startup Consulting
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.
The material included a template of the Founder's agreements both in short and long so that I could thoroughly investigate how these papers look like and what content is needed. The cap table spreadsheet seemed to be a powerful tool to not only see my current situation on the cap table, but also to plan ahead.
Jason Park
Incorporation in Japan
"I wanted to start a company for a side business and, since I have a full-time job, I did not want to spend 50+ hours trying to figure out how to incorporate on my own and was looking for someone who could handle everything for me.
They thoroughly guided me through the process, providing easy to understand and professional collaterals throughout, and were in constant communication, able to quickly answer any questions I had along the way. I also really appreciated the 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 to not to provide.
I highly recommend this service to anyone looking to set up a company in Japan."
JKM Capital
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
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.
Incorporation Partner
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.
