Many foreign business owners and entrepreneurs struggle when they make business pitches to Japanese companies, and for good reason. Some common reasons we’ve come across are the lack of the cultural knowledge for a successful meeting, lack of patience, or 

worse–lacking the humility to listen to their counterparts to propose a solution that will actually keep the conversation open. 

In this article, we won’t bore you fluff, only practical advice that we’ve gained through working in various Japanese companies, as well as attending a lot of meetings in Japan. 

Opening a corporate bank account in Japan is mandatory for business in Japan. In our experience, many foreign entrepreneurs and business owners struggle with this critical step. This article aims to provide a step-by-step guide to helping your business open a business bank account in Japan.

The days of fly-in, fly-out business trips are over. More professionals are turning work travel into an opportunity to explore, unwind, and make the most of their time abroad. Welcome to the era of bleisure travel: where back-to-back meetings don’t mean missing out on a city’s best experiences.

And there’s no better place for it than Japan. Whether it’s slipping into an onsen after a long day of negotiations, savoring Kyoto’s kaiseki cuisine, or catching a sunrise at Mount Fuji before your next conference call, Japan blurs the lines between business and pleasure like nowhere else.

Extending your business trip to Japan isn’t just about indulgence—it’s efficient, sustainable, and better for your well-being. Instead of rushing back on the first flight home, why not maximize your trip? You’ve already made the journey—now make it count.

Business works a bit differently in Japan, and it’s important to know and practice the appropriate etiquette if you want to forge lasting relationships.