Immigration Japan & Franchising in Japan

Immigration Japan & Franchising in Japan

There are many people who are interested in Japan. There must be many people who want to live in Japan. At present of corona disasters, entering Japan is not easy, but when it is normal condition there are no strict restrictions on entry into Japan for tourism purposes. Yes, You are free to visit Japan within the permitted period.
If you want to live in Japan for a long time? What are measures?
1. You marry a Japanese
2. Get a regular job in Japan
3. Start a business in Japan and obtain a residence permit as a manager
The above three main methods are common. I recommend the third method.
There are several ways to start a business in Japan, for example:
1. Invest in real estate in Japan and make it business
2. Started a joint venture with a Japanese company
3. Acquired an existing Japanese company and made it into business
4. Joined a Japanese franchise chain and started business as a franchisee

As an international investor, it is not suitable for those who invest in large-scale overseas projects and aim for a significant profit. None of the above is a business investment that can expect significant returns. Instead, there is no major risk. In other words, a low-risk/low-return investment. The purpose is to establish a base in Japan, and conduct business management from a long-term perspective, and finally obtain a long-term stay permit in Japan.

I recommend one of the fourth being Franchisee.
However, there are several pros and cons of franchise investment in Japan.
Pros of franchise Investmentment in Japan:
– The world’s third largest economy, even small businesses can be operated (privately owned)
– Business can be carried out under reliable private consumption in Japan, which has a total population of about 126 million and the world’s 10th largest population
– In a safe country, you can continue business management with peace of mind. The country will not overthrow from coups or political instability. Dramatic national institutional reforms do not result in the loss of individual rights.
– In general, Japanese people are diligent and responsible, so there is no problem with the reliability and productivity of employees.
-Living infrastructure and business infrastructure are in place in most parts of Japan, and there is stress-free environment to stable supply in water, electricity, gas, etc.

Cons of franchise investment in Japan:
-Prices are generally high, labor and purchasing costs are expensive
– There are language barriers, and when foreigners are directly involved in management, Japanese people are required in the middle
– It is difficult to bring their own way as it is due to differences in society and corporate culture
– In Japan, the power of the government is strong legally and various license applications are required
‐Japan is at risk of being damaged by natural disasters. Earthquakes in particular are the biggest natural disaster risk. However, earthquake resistance standards in architecture are the strictest in the world.

Franchise Investment in Japan
Why it is recommended?
1.Non-residents/Foreigners can invest and be a proprietor by freehold.
2.There are many business models that successfully stay on the market.
3.It may be easier to join in the franchised chain than setting up a new business entity.
4. You can be supported from the beginning and while it is operating by means of advertisement, operational know-how, hiring staff/training and purchase products.

Franchising system is a popular business model in the world. It is said that the Japanese franchise system has been originally influenced by the US franchising model since the early 70s. And it is successfully developed in Japan as well.
The field of franchising is spreading wide, such as convenience stores, fast food, coffee shops and tutoring schools.
Investing in Franchised stores means to own your asset and at the same time to be licensed to use business assets in successful operation of the Franchise chain.

Is it possible to obtain the business manager visa by being the franchisee?
Yes, I say it is possible. But also, it is needed to consider what kind of contract is provided.
It must be deemed as it is surely the business you manage as an owner or a proprietor.
Just funding stocks will not be met with requirements of the visa application.
So, you need to cautiously look for a partnership and contract details in the Franchise participation.

What kind of Franchise Chain is fitting with your expectation?
You can find many options in Japan to be the franchisee of various franchising groups.
List of FC corporate categories:
Food services
Convenience stores (other retailers)
Home delivery
Education (tutoring schools)
Cleaning business
Hair dressing
Fitness and Health business
Welfare and healthcare (nursing)
Secondhand dealer etc.

Regarding convenience store chains in Japan, 7-eleven reigns in the market of convenience stores in Japan as well as in the world, but also other chains are achieved well in the market. There are 3 major chains now in Japan such as Lawson and Family-mart other than 7-eleven. The business results may be promised to be some, though the volume might be unsatisfactory for you.

In the food services, under the depression status by COVID-19 pandemic, you will not be able to expect much results. On the contrary home delivery chains in the field of food services are preferred in the marketplace. But I presume home delivery chains will be facing a competitive market sooner or later.
It would be advisable to go into some food service chains with a unique marketing strategy, if you can look at the time after this pandemic. There are still noticeable chains in Japan that stay on the marketplace being specific to Japanese culture.

In the field of education, private tutoring schools are demanded even though the population of children declined. Because presently many parents tend to prefer individual lessons than classroom lessons. Tutoring schools promoting a class with a minimum number of students hit in the market. But it is noted that collecting good tutors is a critical matter.

You can find other categories unique to Japan and helpful chains for your petition of the business manager visa.
Whichever you like to select depends on your perception, but I can advise you properly if you provide me with your budget, intention, experience and eagerness to reside in Japan.

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