1. Introduction
On March 24, the "Shizuoka Investment Promotion Seminar" was held online, hosted by the Regional Diplomacy Division, Shizuoka Prefectural Government.
We ARK Outsourcing, also participated as a speaker and delivered a presentation on the theme of "Investment in Japan." We provided insights into key points that foreign corporations should be aware of when expanding into Japan, covering taxation, legal affairs, and labor management.
Along with the attractive business environment offered by Shizuoka Prefecture, we shared concrete information on business expansion in Japan. In this newsletter, we would like to introduce some of the seminar’s key contents.
2. Advantages of Shizuoka Prefecture
Shizuoka Prefecture offers excellent accessibility to both the Tokyo and Chukyo metropolitan areas while maintaining a rich natural environment that supports a comfortable work-life balance. The region’s key advantages as a business hub include:
• Convenient transportation: Easy access to Tokyo and Nagoya enables smooth business expansion both domestically and internationally.
• Advanced ICT infrastructure: High-speed communication networks comparable to urban areas, making it suitable for remote work and digital businesses.
• Talent Acquisition: Unlike in major cities, where competition for talent is fierce, Shizuoka provides easier access to highly skilled professionals fluent in both Japanese and English.
• Comprehensive Subsidy Programs: Foreign-affiliated companies establishing a presence in Shizuoka for the first time can benefit from office rent subsidies.
• Proven success stories: Many companies, including IT firms, management consultants, and digital creative enterprises, have already established satellite offices in the region and achieved success.
For more information on Shizuoka Prefecture’s subsidy programs, please visit the following link
3. Support for Expanding into Japan
For foreign companies considering entry into the Japanese market, understanding taxation, legal requirements, and labor management is essential for establishing and operating a business. During the seminar, we covered the following key points:
• Company establishment process: Selection of business entity types (such as a Japan branch, corporation, or limited liability company), registration procedures, and acquisition of necessary licenses.
• Taxation: Basics of corporate tax, consumption tax, and withholding income tax.
• Labor management: Fundamentals of labor laws, social insurance, and social security agreements.
Shizuoka Prefecture actively promotes the attraction of foreign-affiliated companies and has established various support programs for incoming businesses. At ARK Outsourcing, we provide specialized support in taxation, legal affairs, and labor management to help foreign companies enter the Japanese market smoothly.
4. Conclusion
Through this seminar, we had the opportunity to showcase the potential of Shizuoka Prefecture as a business hub and highlight its appeal to foreign-affiliated companies.
We believe this seminar provided valuable information for those considering establishing a company or expanding their business in Japan.
At ARK Outsourcing, we remain committed to supporting companies entering the Japanese market by offering practical advice on legal affairs, taxation, and labor management.
If you have any inquiries about expanding into Shizuoka Prefecture or entering the Japanese market, please feel free to contact us.
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