Japan Business Expansion Resources

What is Global Payroll? And How Can You Manage it Efficiently?

Selecting the right international accounting software is crucial for managing the complexities of global business operations.

Best Accounting Software for International Business 2024

Selecting the right international accounting software is crucial for managing the complexities of global business operations.

Top 10 Outsourced Accounting Firms for International Expansion

Discover the key benefits and challenges of outsourcing accounting services, and learn how to optimize your financial operations while ensuring compliance.

List of International Accounting Standards: IAS vs IFRS vs GAAP

Learn how understanding IAS, IFRS and JGAAP standards can simplify your financial reporting and ensure compliance in Japan and globally.

Starting a Company in Japan: A Legal and Registration Guide

Starting a company in Japan isn’t easy for foreigners or first-timers. Here’s everything to know about setting up a Japanese business entity.

4 Company Types in Japan (And Which One to Choose)

What are the different business entity types in Japan? And which one should you choose for the most efficient set-up and operational costs?

How to Open a Bank Account in Japan: Your 2024 Guide

Learn how to open both personal and corporate bank accounts in Japan, from choosing a bank to understanding document requirements

Is Japan a Good Place for Startups?

Explore why Japan is a prime location for startups, which sectors are growing fast, and the challenges start ups face in Japan.

10 Advantages of Doing Business in Japan

See why it's worth doing business in Japan, from economic outlook and government incentives, to overall lifestyle benefits.

Japan’s Financial Renaissance: Your Firm’s Gateway to Asian Markets

The Japanese government is working in unison to achieve its goal of transforming Japan into an international financial center.

A Guide to Japan’s Beneficial Ownership of Legal Persons System

Your Guide to Mastering Business Culture in Japan

What are the professional and cultural differences you should know about when doing business in Japan?

Japan’s Start-up Visa: The Real Story and How to Actually Relocate to Japan and Build a Japan-Based Startup

Understanding Japan’s Start-up Visa Scheme

How to Streamline Your Year-End Tax Adjustments (Nenmatsu Chosei) in Japan

How to Set Up a Business In Japan from Abroad

The 6 Points of “ONE”: weConnect’s Unique Solutions Model

Need help with your global back office accounting? weConnect has a unique solutions model that streamlines your experience no matter your office location.

Japan Financial Relief Programs for Companies Affected by COVID-19

Japan Financial Relief Details in English

Different Types of Japanese Entities

Learn the differences between KK and GK, and how they relate to U.S. and other foreign entities.

From Pro Athlete to CCO: How Matthew Kyle Took His Game from the Court to the Boardroom

The Benefits and Challenges of Offshoring Accounting

Thinking of offshoring your accounting? We cover the pros and cons and insight ...

The Tesla of Accounting: How weConnect is Innovating the Back Office Industry

How we are innovating the back office industry.

Exporting Goods to Japan? You May Be Getting Ripped Off.

If you've been exporting goods to Japan, you might be losing a lot of money on unnecessary tax payments. We explain where here.

Dear Business Executives: Here’s Why You’re Not Getting What You Need From Your Finance Department

What is not being said?

Warning: In-House Accountants Could be a Risk to Your Business

Having in-house accountants can be risky. Here are the key issues, and what you can do about it.

7 Ways We Make Japan Accounting a Breeze with Xero’s Cloud Accounting System

We are #1 Partner of Xero Accounting Software in Japan.

The Best Time to Upgrade Your Tax Accountant in Japan

Make filing taxes a "Gain Event" instead of a "Pain Event". Here's when to upgrade your tax accountant in Japan.

The Two Biggest Lies that Your Accountant in Japan Will Tell You

Make sure you understand these insights before you run into issues!

What to Include in Your Employee Benefits Package in Japan

Understand what’s required, customary, and unnecessary for your employee benefits package.

How weConnect’s CEO Scott Smoler Accelerated His Career and Is Changing the Industry

It began with taiko drums...

The Consequences of Not Submitting Your Initial Tax Filings in Japan On-time

10 Facts about Getting a Bank Account in Japan that Can Derail You

10 Facts about Bank Accounts in Japan that Can Derail You

The 5 Key Differences in Types of Companies in Japan