Which kind of legal entities suitable for foreign companies exist in Japan and what are the differences?
Basically, there are two options for foreign companies to operate a business in Japan. The first option is to set-up a branch office; the second is to set-up a subsidiary with liability limited to the subsidiary’s capital. For a detailed overview on the differences between a subsidiary and branch office, please take a look a the “Branch or Subsidiary” section on our website.
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