doing business in Japan

by m. werneburg, 2009.03.05

This little section is intended to help guide English-speakers adapt to the realities of getting a business off the ground in Japan. I am not a business consultant, nor a lawyer or accountant, this information is provided solely as a description.

creating a business in Japan

Things to watch out for when starting a business in Japan.

withholding tax in Japan

The basic breakdown on when to pay withholding tax in Japan.

obtaining a visa for China (from Tokyo)

Hey expat living in Japan: planning a trip to China? You need a visa.

finding a credit card vendor in Japan

We've been hunting for credit card transaction services that can support our Japan-based business. Here's a description of the process.

building an e-commerce site in Japan

These are some of the things I learned while building an e-commerce business in Japan.