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
Why Choose the Startup Visa?
Stay up to 2 years in Japan while preparing your business
Prepare capital & hiring before switching to Business Manager Visa
Smooth transition to Business Manager once requirements are met
(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.
Planning a Startup Visa or Business Manager Visa?
Try our free Japan Business Visa Route Navigator first.
This interactive tool helps you understand which visa route may be suitable for your situation
and gives you a general idea of our support fees.
If you need personalized advice, you can book a paid consultation afterward.
Our Services – Support for Your Startup Visa
We provide end-to-end support for foreign entrepreneurs in Japan:
Startup Visa Application Support
Business Plan Preparation
Company Incorporation (GK/KK)
Visa Renewal & Transition to Business Manager Visa
About Trust Administrative Scrivener Office
Located in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka
Specializing in Startup Visa & Business Manager Visa
Support available in English, Japanese, and Chinese (mainly text-based)
Clear communication, transparent fees, reliable service
Ready to start your journey in Japan?
Take the first step today.
Your future in Japan starts here.
With expert guidance, the Startup Visa can be your gateway to building a successful business in Japan.
Need personalized advice?
You can book a paid consultation with Trust Administrative Scrivener Office.
We offer online, in-person, and text consultations for visa procedures, residence status matters,
company setup, permits, and Japanese official documents.
All consultations require advance booking and advance payment.
Contact Us
Administrative Scrivener: Keiko Utsunomiya
Email: info@trust-gyosei.com