Judicial Scrivener Nakajima International Legal Office in Takatsuki City, Osaka, provides consultations and services for the incorporation of stock companies (Kabushiki Kaisha) and limited liability companies (Godo Kaisha).
A stock company or limited liability company is legally formed by registering its establishment at its head office location. Company establishment registration is the specialty of judicial scriveners, who are registration experts well-versed in the Companies Act and the Commercial Registration Act.
While establishing a company may sound daunting, under current Japanese law, a company can be established with just one officer and as little as one yen in capital. We encourage anyone looking to start a new business – as well as sole proprietors and freelancers considering incorporation – to feel free to consult with us.
The establishment process involves several steps, including defining the company structure, gathering necessary documents, drafting (and notarizing) the Articles of Incorporation, paying in capital, and preparing and filing registration documents with the Legal Affairs Bureau. Our office supports you through constant communication to ensure your company is established smoothly according to your specific needs.
Furthermore, since visa issues are often a factor when foreign nationals establish a company in Japan, we collaborate with relevant experts to assist with business licenses and other requirements as needed.
We also offer ongoing support after establishment, including corporate legal services such as drafting and reviewing contracts, filing registrations for various changes (e.g., changes to business purposes, officers, or head office relocation), and communicating with relevant authorities.
Our principal has extensive experience in both the establishment and management of stock companies, allowing us to provide practical advice as well as legal guidance. If you need assistance with establishing a stock company or a limited liability company, please do not hesitate to contact us.
* Please consult with us regarding the establishment of other types of partnerships (Gomei Kaisha or Goshi Kaisha) or other legal entities.
Judicial Scrivener Fees
Judicial scrivener fees for company establishment vary significantly depending on factors such as your current place of residence and the type of visa you hold. Please contact us for a personalized quote.
* In addition to judicial scrivener fees, the following company establishment costs and other actual expenses apply. We will provide you with a detailed cost estimate before undertaking any work.
Establishment Costs for Stock Companies (Kabushiki Kaisha)
| Notarization fee for Articles of Incorporation | 30,000 yen (for capital amounts under 1 million yen) 40,000 yen (for capital amounts of 1 million yen or more but less than 3 million yen) 50,000 yen (all other cases) |
|---|---|
| Certified copy fee for Articles of Incorporation | Approx. 2,000 yen |
| Revenue stamp fee | 40,000 yen (waived for electronic Articles of Incorporation) |
| Registration and license tax | 150,000 yen (or 0.7% of the capital amount, whichever is greater) |
| Total | From approx. 182,000 yen (for capital amounts under 1 million yen and electronic Articles of Incorporation) |
* If you request our services, the 40,000 yen revenue stamp fee is not required due to electronic notarization of the Articles of Incorporation, making the company establishment cost 40,000 yen cheaper than if you were to handle the company establishment procedures yourself without utilizing electronic Articles of Incorporation.
Establishment Costs for Limited Liability Companies (Godo Kaisha)
| Notarization fee for Articles of Incorporation | Not required |
|---|---|
| Certified copy fee for Articles of Incorporation | Not required |
| Revenue stamp fee | 40,000 yen (waived for electronic Articles of Incorporation) |
| Registration and license tax | 60,000 yen (or 0.7% of the capital amount, whichever is greater) |
| Total | 60,000 yen (in the case of electronic Articles of Incorporation) |
* Please note that the company establishment costs listed above are subject to change due to amendments in laws or regulations.