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An Overview of J-KISS in Japanese Startup Investments and Its Differences from SAFE and Convertible Notes

An Overview of J-KISS in Japanese Startup Investments and Its Differences from SAFE and Converti.

The startup ecosystem in Japan has experienced remarkable growth in recent years, attracting the attention of international investors. Amidst this ...

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Board Resolutions under Japanese Corporate Law: Disposal of Significant Assets and Large-Scale Borrowing

Board Resolutions under Japanese Corporate Law: Disposal of Significant Assets and Large-Scale B.

In Japan, a representative director of a joint-stock company (kabushiki kaisha) wields extensive authority and executes the company's operations. H...

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Board of Directors in Japanese Corporate Law: Their Role and Operation

Board of Directors in Japanese Corporate Law: Their Role and Operation

In Japan, the Board of Directors is an extremely important institution at the core of corporate governance for joint-stock companies. Its role is m...

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Establishing a Company in Japan as a Foreigner: Joint-Stock Companies, Limited Liability Companies, General Partnerships, and Limited Partnerships

Establishing a Company in Japan as a Foreigner: Joint-Stock Companies, Limited Liability Compani.

Japan offers an attractive market for entrepreneurs worldwide, thanks to its robust economy and innovative business environment. Launching a new ve...

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The Role and Responsibilities of Statutory Auditors in Japanese Corporate Law

The Role and Responsibilities of Statutory Auditors in Japanese Corporate Law

In Japanese corporate governance, the statutory auditor system plays a unique and extremely important role. It is an institution designed to monito...

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Methods and Procedures for Foreigners to Establish a Corporation in Japan

Methods and Procedures for Foreigners to Establish a Corporation in Japan

Japan, with its innovative business environment and stable economic growth, is an attractive country for entrepreneurs worldwide. Many foreign inve...

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Directors' Liability to Third Parties under Japanese Corporate Law: An Explanation of Article 429 of the Companies Act and Key Case Law

Directors' Liability to Third Parties under Japanese Corporate Law: An Explanation of Article 42.

In the realm of corporate activities in Japan, directors play a pivotal role in management, and their execution of duties is accompanied by a wide ...

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Methods and Procedures for Foreigners to Establish a Limited Liability Company in Japan

Methods and Procedures for Foreigners to Establish a Limited Liability Company in Japan

For foreigners considering starting a business in Japan, the Limited Liability Company (LLC) is recognized as an attractive option. This corporate ...

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The Role and Responsibilities of Directors under Japanese Corporate Law

The Role and Responsibilities of Directors under Japanese Corporate Law

To ensure successful business operations in Japan, a deep understanding of its legal framework, especially the roles and responsibilities of direct...

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Key Points in Drafting Articles of Incorporation for Foreign Nationals Establishing a Stock Company in Japan

Key Points in Drafting Articles of Incorporation for Foreign Nationals Establishing a Stock Comp.

Establishing a stock company under the Japanese legal system is a crucial step for many foreign entrepreneurs and investors seeking to enter the Ja...

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Duties of Care and the Business Judgment Rule in Japanese Corporate Law

Duties of Care and the Business Judgment Rule in Japanese Corporate Law

In Japanese corporate governance, directors play a pivotal role in ensuring the growth and sustainability of a company. This role comes with signif...

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Legal Requirements for Capital Provision and Contribution at the Time of Incorporation of a Stock Company in Japan

Legal Requirements for Capital Provision and Contribution at the Time of Incorporation of a Stoc.

Establishing a company in Japan offers attractive opportunities for foreign entrepreneurs, but success hinges on a precise understanding of the Jap...

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Defects in the Notice of Shareholders' Meetings as Defined by Japanese Corporate Law and Related Case Law

Defects in the Notice of Shareholders' Meetings as Defined by Japanese Corporate Law and Related.

Proper management of a shareholders' meeting is crucial for corporate executives in Japan, as it ensures smooth corporate governance and maintains ...

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Legal Framework for Share Transfers under Japanese Corporate Law

Legal Framework for Share Transfers under Japanese Corporate Law

Stock transfers under Japanese Corporate Law are a fundamental element of corporate management and investment activities. In joint-stock companies,...

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Overview and Role Distribution of 'Corporate Organs' in Japanese Company Law

Overview and Role Distribution of 'Corporate Organs' in Japanese Company Law

In Japanese Corporate Law, the term "corporate organs" refers to various organizational bodies responsible for decision-making, business execution,...

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Shareholder Rights and Duties under Japanese Corporate Law

Shareholder Rights and Duties under Japanese Corporate Law

In Japan, the joint-stock corporation is a crucial legal entity that forms the foundation of economic activity. The owners of these corporations ar...

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