In general terms, the first option is typically the easiest and cheapest initial step for a company intending to develop a Japanese business. UK companies considering entry into the Japanese market have a variety of options including:Įstablishing a new Japanese representative office, branch office or Japanese company (or other entity) Įntering into a joint venture or strategic alliance with an existing Japanese business or Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer has published a range of English language briefings on Japanese law which are available here: Setting Up a New Business Entering the Japanese Market In particular, businesses in regulated sectors - such as finance - will need regulatory approvals to commence operations. Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer can help you get further advice.
This Guide is a basic overview of Japanese business law relevant to:ĭealing with Japanese customers, suppliers and other stakeholders.ĭepending on the nature and size of your business, there will be a range of other Japanese laws which may be relevant to your business in Japan, such as Japanese intellectual property, product liability and environmental laws.
Further information about Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer and how it can help you is set out in the " Partner Profile" section of this Guide. Japanese laws can differ considerably from what you may be used to in the UK or elsewhere but there are no significant legal impediments to starting up operations in Japan in most sectors. The Doing Business in Japan Guide's Strategic Partner Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer has a Tokyo office which includes approximately 30 bilingual lawyers admitted to advise on Japanese and English law. When setting up a business in Japan, a good understanding of Japanese business law will help to ensure a smooth start up and successful future for your business. Legal Japanese Business Law Japanese Business Law: Getting Good Advice
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