<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Gate Japan Consulting株式会社]]></title><description><![CDATA[We sincerely hope to walk alongside you as a trusted partner in your challenge of entering the Japanese market.]]></description><link>https://www.gatejapanconsulting.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 01:13:05 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.gatejapanconsulting.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Key Points to Consider When Leasing a Store Property in Japan ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting a restaurant or retail business in Japan is an exciting opportunity. Yet, one of the biggest challenges foreign entrepreneurs face is leasing a store property. Even when a property has a great location, reasonable rent, and the right size, the leasing process can stall during screening or contract negotiations. This happens because commercial lease contracts in Japan are more complex than just agreeing on rent and space. In this post, I will explain why leasing commercial property in...]]></description><link>https://www.gatejapanconsulting.com/post/key-points-to-consider-when-leasing-a-store-property-in-japan</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1eebd3345fdf6c424e3bdd</guid><category><![CDATA[Commercial Leasing in Japan]]></category><category><![CDATA[Guarantee Companies & Leasing]]></category><category><![CDATA[Guarantor Problem in Japan]]></category><category><![CDATA[Company Setup in Japan]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:49:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ac421b_fb6de46094554b83b1c39d3c7050cfb8~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Napeno Leson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Establish a Company as a Foreigner to start a business in Japan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Japan’s food and beverage (F&#38;B) industry offers exciting opportunities for foreign investors and entrepreneurs. The market is dynamic, with evolving consumer preferences and a strong culture of quality and innovation. At the same time, setting up a business in Japan requires understanding local company structures, legal requirements, and registration processes. In this post, I will share insights into current F&#38;B trends in Japan and explain the basic steps for foreign company establishment,...]]></description><link>https://www.gatejapanconsulting.com/post/how-to-start-a-business-in-japan</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a183f2434554029974f2844</guid><category><![CDATA[How to start business Japan]]></category><category><![CDATA[Japan F&B Market Trends]]></category><category><![CDATA[Company Formation in Japan]]></category><category><![CDATA[Company Setup in Japan]]></category><category><![CDATA[paperwork and systems are fragmente]]></category><category><![CDATA[good opportunities are not always p]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 13:19:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ac421b_984a39a399fe48778a4e553b7dd275be~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Napeno Leson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Online F&#38;B Market Research: Essential Online Resources for F&#38;B Market Analysis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Entering the food and beverage (F&#38;B) industry in Japan offers exciting opportunities for foreign investors and entrepreneurs. However, understanding the market dynamics is crucial before making any investment or business decisions. Online resources provide valuable insights into market trends, consumer behavior, competition, and regulatory environments. In this post, I will guide you through the best online tools and platforms to conduct thorough F&#38;B market analysis online, helping you make...]]></description><link>https://www.gatejapanconsulting.com/post/online-f-b-market-research-essential-online-resources-for-f-b-market-analysis</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a0b9d5de8a70f90633f44df</guid><category><![CDATA[Legal and Visa Challenges]]></category><category><![CDATA[Guarantor Problem in Japan]]></category><category><![CDATA[Company Setup in Japan]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 13:06:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ac421b_5d43792f3e594f38b65c32e61834b725~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Napeno Leson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Comprehensive Japan F&#38;B Business Directory: Unlocking Opportunities in the Food and Beverage Sector]]></title><description><![CDATA[Entering the Japanese food and beverage (F&#38;B) market offers exciting opportunities for foreign investors and entrepreneurs. Japan’s rich culinary culture, combined with a stable economy and high consumer spending, makes it an attractive destination for those looking to buy, rent, or take over restaurants, cafes, bars, and other food-related businesses. However, navigating this market requires reliable information and a clear understanding of the local business environment. In this post, I...]]></description><link>https://www.gatejapanconsulting.com/post/comprehensive-japan-f-b-business-directory-unlocking-opportunities-in-the-food-and-beverage-sector</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a14d7ec183a32d20e31ff8b</guid><category><![CDATA[Japanese F&B Market]]></category><category><![CDATA[Japan F&B Market Trends]]></category><category><![CDATA[Company Formation in Japan]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 13:05:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ac421b_cff5a51f25c249d78e53aa3103baf586~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Napeno Leson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 Challenges Foreign Investors and Overseas Entrepreneurs Face When Entering Japan and Key Solutions in Japan Market Entry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Eye-level view of a Japanese city street with foreign business signs Entering the Japanese market offers exciting opportunities for foreign investors and overseas entrepreneurs. Japan’s stable economy, high purchasing power, and unique culture make it an attractive destination for business. Yet, many face significant challenges when trying to establish a company, acquire property, or start a restaurant or retail business here. In this article, I will share the five most common challenges...]]></description><link>https://www.gatejapanconsulting.com/post/5-challenges-foreign-investors-and-overseas-entrepreneurs-face-when-entering-japan-market-entry</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a183227145da5e383066120</guid><category><![CDATA[Guarantor Problem in Japan]]></category><category><![CDATA[language is only part of the proble]]></category><category><![CDATA[paperwork and systems are fragmente]]></category><category><![CDATA[good opportunities are not always p]]></category><category><![CDATA[Legal and Visa Challenges]]></category><category><![CDATA[Company Formation in Japan]]></category><category><![CDATA[Navigating Property Contracts]]></category><category><![CDATA[Language and Cultural Barriers]]></category><category><![CDATA[Overcoming Business Costs]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 13:05:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ac421b_be0cc8ad0188450e851ef2b86bdd814e~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Napeno Leson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Japanese F&#38;B Blog Insights: Essential Topics in F&#38;B Business Blogs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Entering the food and beverage (F&#38;B) industry in Japan offers exciting opportunities for foreign investors and entrepreneurs. However, navigating this market requires a clear understanding of the unique challenges and prospects it presents. In this blog post, I will share essential topics that every F&#38;B business blog should cover to help you make informed decisions. These insights are designed to support you from the initial stages of exploring opportunities to successfully managing your...]]></description><link>https://www.gatejapanconsulting.com/post/japanese-f-b-blog-insights-essential-topics-in-f-b-business-blogs</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fdf1f92b0915bad7f7895e</guid><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 00:15:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ac421b_43fe40ab4f0c4bd5bb969ba8db64abf5~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Napeno Leson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[外国人が日本で会社設立する際の基本ステップ]]></title><description><![CDATA[記事テーマ 外国人が日本で会社設立する際の基本ステップ 想定読者 日本で会社を設立したい外国人投資家 日本進出を検討している海外経営者 日本法人を通じて事業を始めたい方 記事の目的 日本法人設立の流れを分かりやすく整理する 何から始めるべきかを明確にする 会社設立後に必要となる実務まで見据えてもらう Gate Japanへの相談につなげる 主キーワード 外国人 日本 会社設立 関連キーワード 日本で会社設立 方法 company formation in Japan foreign company setup in Japan 日本進出 法人設立 日本 法人設立 外国人 記事タイトル 外国人が日本で会社設立する際の基本ステップ｜進出前に押さえるべき流れとは 本文 日本進出で会社設立が必要になる主なケース 日本市場に参入しようと考えたとき、多くの外国人投資家や海外事業家が最初に検討するのが「日本で会社を設立するべきかどうか」という点です。 すべてのケースで必ずしも日本法人が必要とは限りませんが、継続的に事業を行う場合や、物件契約、銀行口座、許認可、雇用、取引信用などを考えると、日本...]]></description><link>https://www.gatejapanconsulting.com/post/%E5%A4%96%E5%9B%BD%E4%BA%BA%E3%81%8C%E6%97%A5%E6%9C%AC%E3%81%A7%E4%BC%9A%E7%A4%BE%E8%A8%AD%E7%AB%8B%E3%81%99%E3%82%8B%E9%9A%9B%E3%81%AE%E5%9F%BA%E6%9C%AC%E3%82%B9%E3%83%86%E3%83%83%E3%83%97</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f585047b1c42fb24f47983</guid><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 05:06:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ac421b_4404f1cef9d3427ea51e11db6a0b3441~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_736,h_841,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Napeno Leson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[日本進出で会社設立が必要になる主なケース]]></title><description><![CDATA[日本市場に参入しようと考えたとき、多くの外国人投資家や海外事業家が最初に検討するのが「日本で会社を設立するべきかどうか」という点です。 すべてのケースで必ずしも日本法人が必要とは限りませんが、継続的に事業を行う場合や、物件契約、銀行口座、許認可、雇用、取引信用などを考えると、日本法人の設立が現実的な選択になることが多くあります。 たとえば、以下のようなケースでは会社設立の必要性が高くなります。 日本で飲食店や小売店舗を運営したい場合 日本国内で継続的に営業活動を行いたい場合 事業用物件を契約したい場合 日本で従業員を雇用したい場合 日本市場向けのブランド展開や投資を本格化したい場合 一方で、会社設立そのものはゴールではありません。 本当に重要なのは、会社を作った後に、銀行口座、物件契約、各種許認可、事業運営までつなげられるかどうかです。 そのため、日本法人設立は単体の手続きとして考えるのではなく、日本進出全体の流れの中で位置づける必要があります。 会社設立前に整理すべきこと 会社設立を進める前に、まず整理しておくべき点があります。...]]></description><link>https://www.gatejapanconsulting.com/post/%E6%97%A5%E6%9C%AC%E9%80%B2%E5%87%BA%E3%81%A7%E4%BC%9A%E7%A4%BE%E8%A8%AD%E7%AB%8B%E3%81%8C%E5%BF%85%E8%A6%81%E3%81%AB%E3%81%AA%E3%82%8B%E4%B8%BB%E3%81%AA%E3%82%B1%E3%83%BC%E3%82%B9</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69eee9ae7c7678baadeaabeb</guid><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 04:53:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_de07c86a5f3b48b3b572cd189c0e7770~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Ginjiro Nishijima</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Guarantor Problem in Japan: The Barrier Many Foreign Investors Do Not See Coming ]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you are planning to enter Japan, do not treat the guarantor issue as a minor detail to solve later.

Treat it as a core part of your market-entry strategy from the beginning.

Before finalizing your structure, before getting emotionally attached to a location, and before assuming a property can be contracted smoothly, you should assess whether your profile, company structure, and support framework are strong enough for Japanese leasing reality.

This is especially important for foreign invest]]></description><link>https://www.gatejapanconsulting.com/post/the-guarantor-problem-in-japan-the-barrier-many-foreign-investors-do-not-see-coming</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69df61e9934ce577916e67e8</guid><category><![CDATA[Guarantor Problem in Japan]]></category><category><![CDATA[language is only part of the proble]]></category><category><![CDATA[paperwork and systems are fragmente]]></category><category><![CDATA[good opportunities are not always p]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:08:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_e70e0d4d744f4d1ea17e96a8de6d83df~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Gate Japan</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[外国人投資家が日本市場で直面する課題とは？その中でも深刻な「保証人・保証会社問題」]]></title><description><![CDATA[日本では、住居の賃貸契約、オフィス契約、店舗の賃貸借契約など、さまざまな場面で保証人または保証会社の利用が求められます。これは日本では極めて一般的な仕組みですが、外国人投資家にとっては非常に大きな壁になります。なぜなら、多くの外国人投資家は、日本国内での信用履歴が十分ではなく、日本人の親族や関係者が身近にいるわけでもなく、さらに日本国内での安定した継続収入の証明が難しい場合があるからです。たとえ本国では十分な資産や事業実績があっても、日本の賃貸実務ではそれだけで評価されないことがあります。つまり、「資金力がある」「実績がある」だけでは解決できないのです。



特に、店舗物件の契約ではこの問題がより顕著になります。住居契約以上に審査が厳しく、貸主側も慎重になりやすいため、外国人というだけで敬遠されることもあります。飲食店や小売店など、実店舗ビジネスを始めたい外国人投資家にとって、良い立地の物件が見つかっても、保証人や保証会社の審査を通過できずに断念せざるを得ないケースは珍しくありません。]]></description><link>https://www.gatejapanconsulting.com/post/%E5%A4%96%E5%9B%BD%E4%BA%BA%E6%8A%95%E8%B3%87%E5%AE%B6%E3%81%8C%E6%97%A5%E6%9C%AC%E5%B8%82%E5%A0%B4%E3%81%A7%E7%9B%B4%E9%9D%A2%E3%81%99%E3%82%8B%E8%AA%B2%E9%A1%8C%E3%81%A8%E3%81%AF%EF%BC%9F%E3%81%9D%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%AD%E3%81%A7%E3%82%82%E6%B7%B1%E5%88%BB%E3%81%AA%E3%80%8C%E4%BF%9D%E8%A8%BC%E4%BA%BA%E3%83%BB%E4%BF%9D%E8%A8%BC%E4%BC%9A%E7%A4%BE%E5%95%8F%E9%A1%8C%E3%80%8D</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69df5c8afe6e9d8715cc6353</guid><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:55:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_e512a5603d1c464097fa5e174bcf2c58~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Gate Japan</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>