Company formation, ongoing corporate and commercial registration, real estate registration, international inheritance, immigration procedures, and foreign investment filings in Japan—all handled directly by a multilingual professional holding three nationally recognized Japanese qualifications.
As a Judicial Scrivener, Administrative Scrivener, and Licensed Real Estate Transaction Specialist, I personally handle every consultation in English, Chinese, and Japanese, with no interpreter involved. You communicate directly with the licensed professional handling your matter, not through a go-between.
Japanese legal, registration, immigration, and business procedures are often built on assumptions that can be unfamiliar to clients from overseas. Drawing on a cross-cultural background, I explain not only what needs to be done, but also why it is required and how the Japanese system works, so you can make informed decisions with confidence.
More than assistance with registration procedures—a trusted legal partner for your long-term success in Japan. We bridge not only language barriers, but also differences in legal systems, regulations, and business practices.
■ Incorporation Registration
We support the full lifecycle of a company in Japan, from initial incorporation through ongoing corporate registration.
~Company Formation & Incorporation~
• Kabushiki Kaisha (KK) and Godo Kaisha (GK) incorporation
• Preparation of articles of incorporation
• Registration of Japanese subsidiaries and branch offices
~Corporate Registration & Changes~
• Change of directors, representative directors, and officers
• Change of registered office, business purpose, and company name
• Capital increase and capital reduction
• Share consolidation and share split
• Relocation of head office
• Organizational restructuring
• Mergers, company splits, and corporate reorganization
• Establishment or abolition of the board of directors and other statutory bodies
• Dissolution and liquidation
We advise on the appropriate structure based on your business plan and future expansion, and handle each registration accurately and efficiently.
We handle legal procedures related to real estate ownership in Japan, including cases where the buyer, seller, or heir is a foreign national.
• Registration of ownership transfer (purchase and sale)
• Mortgage registration and cancellation
• Registration related to gifts and other transfers
• Support for transactions where either party is a foreign national, handled directly in Chinese and English
Whether you are a foreign buyer acquiring property in Japan or an owner selling to a foreign purchaser, we coordinate the registration process from contract review through completion, communicating directly in your language throughout.
We provide comprehensive legal support for cross-border inheritance matters, including cases involving Japanese nationals living overseas, foreign nationals residing in Japan, and naturalized former foreign nationals.
• Collection of family register (koseki) and inheritance-related documents, including from overseas
• Identification of heirs and preparation of legal documents
• Preparation of estate division agreements
• Inheritance registration of real estate in Japan
• Coordination with heirs and professionals located overseas, in Chinese and English
• Other inheritance and succession-related procedures
Cross-border inheritance often involves multiple jurisdictions and languages. Where necessary, we coordinate with attorneys, tax accountants, and other qualified professionals to ensure the matter is handled correctly on both sides.
■ Visa / Immigration Services
We assist with visa applications for living and working in Japan.
- Certificate of Eligibility
- Change of Status of Residence
- Extension of Period of Stay
- Permanent residency
We prepare documents carefully to increase the likelihood of approval.
■ Business Licenses / Permits
We support applications for various business licenses and permits required to start a business in Japan.
We handle the entire process from consultation to approval.
Why Choose Us
☆ Three Japanese National Qualifications
Integrated legal and administrative support backed by qualifications as a Judicial Scrivener, Administrative Scrivener, and Licensed Real Estate Transaction Specialist — one professional, three areas of authority.
☆ Multilingual Communication, Direct From the Professional
Every consultation is handled personally in English, Chinese, or Japanese by the qualified professional in charge of your matter, with no intermediary and no interpreter.
☆ Cross-Cultural Understanding
Years of experience supporting foreign clients mean we understand the questions and concerns that arise when navigating an unfamiliar legal system, and explain each step in a way that makes sense from your perspective, not just Japan’s.
☆ Comprehensive One-Stop Legal Support
From company incorporation and visas to corporate registration, real estate registration, business licenses, FEFTA compliance, and cross-border inheritance.
☆ Dedicated to Foreign Individuals & Overseas Businesses
Extensive experience assisting foreign entrepreneurs, investors, overseas companies, and international families with legal and administrative matters in Japan.
Practice Areas
Explore our principal legal services for foreign individuals, overseas companies and foreign-owned businesses in Japan. Consultations are available directly in English, Chinese and Japanese.
Company Formation in Japan
Incorporation of K.K. and G.K. companies, including foreign shareholders, overseas founders and multilingual documentation.
Corporate Operations & Commercial Registration
Officer changes, reappointments, share splits, capital increases and reductions, relocations, restructuring and liquidation.
Real Estate Registration in Japan
Property ownership transfers and related registration for foreign individuals, overseas companies, buyers and sellers.
International Inheritance & Estate Registration
Cross-border inheritance documents, identification of heirs, estate division agreements and inheritance registration.
Business Manager Visa & Immigration Procedures
Business Manager visas, Certificates of Eligibility, changes and extensions of status, and related business permits.
Foreign Investment & FEFTA Procedures
Prior notifications and post-investment reports under Japan’s FEFTA for company formation, share acquisitions and other investments.
If you are unsure where to start, feel free to contact us. We will guide you step by step based on your situation.
Office Information
Seiwa Legal Office
2-22-1 Nishi-Nippori, Arakawa-ku, Tokyo 116-0013, Japan
TEL: +81-3-3891-4088
About the Founder
Emi Suehiro — Founder
*Judicial Scrivener (Shiho-Shoshi)
*Administrative Scrivener (Gyosei-Shoshi)
*Certified Immigration Application Agent
*Certified for Summary Court Representation
*Licensed Real Estate Transaction Specialist (Takken)
Services are available directly in English, Chinese, and Japanese.
Emi has worked with foreign companies, entrepreneurs, investors, and international families on company formation, immigration, real estate, and cross-border inheritance matters in Japan, combining Japanese professional practice with an understanding of overseas business expectations.
Tell us about your plans and the support you need. We will review your situation and explain the next practical steps in clear English.