Starting a Business in Japan: KK vs LLC Comparison
Key Takeaways
- ✓Incorporating a KK costs about ¥250K vs. ¥100K for an LLC
- ✓LLCs have no financial disclosure obligation, reducing running costs
- ✓KK format offers higher credibility and easier fundraising
- ✓Articles of incorporation and registration can be filed independently
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