JP flagJapan Company Formation

    Formation from:€9,200.00
    Annual renewal: €828.00 /yr

    Japan — company formation with corporate tax of 23.2% (≈30% effective), VAT/sales tax of 10%, minimum share capital of JPY 1 and a typical timeline of 6–8 weeks. Region: Asia Pacific. KGN handles registration, registered office, tax registration and banking introductions remotely.

    23.2% (≈30% effective)
    6–8 weeks
    Compliance handled

    Why register a company in Japan

    Corporate tax: 23.2% (≈30% effective)

    Typical incorporation time: 6–8 weeks

    Minimum share capital: JPY 1

    Registered office address and corporate secretary

    Key facts & requirements

    Corporate tax

    23.2% (≈30% effective)

    VAT / sales tax

    10%

    Minimum capital

    JPY 1

    Time to incorporate

    6–8 weeks

    Guide price

    €9,200

    Region

    Asia Pacific

    Quick answer

    Setting up a company in Japan (Asia Pacific) with KGN typically completes in 6–8 weeks and starts around €9,200. Headline corporate tax: 23.2% (≈30% effective). VAT / sales tax: 10%. Minimum share capital: JPY 1. We handle incorporation, banking introductions, tax registration and ongoing compliance in seven languages.

    Frequently asked questions about Japan company formation

    How long does it take to incorporate a company in Japan?
    Most Japan incorporations complete in 6–8 weeks. KGN runs documentation, government filings and bank introductions in parallel to shorten the timeline.
    What does it cost to set up a Japan company?
    The average engagement for a Japan formation is €9,200. This typically covers incorporation, registered address, statutory filings and the first year of compliance support.
    What is the corporate tax rate in Japan?
    The headline corporate tax rate in Japan is 23.2% (≈30% effective). Effective tax can be lower with double-tax treaties and local incentives — we map this during scoping.
    Do I need to visit Japan to incorporate?
    In most cases no. KGN incorporates Japan companies remotely using notarised, apostilled documents and online identity verification.
    Can KGN open a corporate bank account in Japan?
    Yes. We introduce you to local and international banks active in Japan, prepare the KYC pack and attend bank meetings on your behalf where permitted.

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    Guide price
    Average engagement cost
    €9,200.00
    Base Formation Fee-€442.00
    Virtual Office (Annual)€442.00
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