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Financial Issues

Underestimating the financial aspects of a business venture can be ruinous. It is therefore essential to properly grasp the subject. To help you with your project, financial aid and support is available. Knowing where to find them can bring your activity to another level. Correctly protecting yourself against financial risk will help you to avoid sticky situations.

Access To Finance

Although, historically, Japan has had low levels of FDI, the country’s banks are actively encouraging foreign investment in the country by offering improved access to finance. This section will detail the means by which European businesses can access loans and...

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Banking

Japan has one of the largest financial services markets in the world. Dense branch networks exist regionally. The Japanese...

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Incentives & Subsidies

From generous tax breaks to the potential for an accelerated immigration process, Japan offers many subsidies and incentives to attract foreign investment. Businesses creating regional headquarters or R&D Centres and projects which can create employment...

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Payment Methods

When entering the Japanese market, it is useful to know about their payment habits. Although Japan is famous for its high-tech environment, cash is still the Japanese preferred payment method.

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