Japan Startup Visa – Your Gateway to Business in Japan | Trust Administrative Scrivener Office

Start Your Business in Japan with the Startup Visa

Expert support for foreign entrepreneurs in Fukuoka.

Keiko Utsunomiya
Licensed Immigration Lawyer (Gyoseishoshi), Japan

Specialized in Startup Visa & Business Manager Visa
Supported international clients from various countries (U.S., Singapore, Hong Kong, etc.)
Bilingual support (English & Chinese) – mainly through written communication (email, LINE, messages)
Professional Japanese language teacher with 12+ years of experience

(From Oct 2025, Business Manager Visa will require ¥30M capital + 1 full-time employee. Startup Visa gives you time to meet these stricter rules.)

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Details about the Startup Visa

The Startup Visa allows foreign entrepreneurs to reside in Japan under “Designated Activities (Startup Preparation Activity)” for up to 2 years (1-year renewable).
During this period, you can set up your office, secure funding, and prepare for hiring.
Once you meet the requirements, you can smoothly change your status to Business Manager.
Local governments such as Fukuoka provide monitoring and support during this time, helping you move step by step.