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Costs vary by structure (OPC, Corporation, Representative Office, etc.), but a typical range is ¥300,000–¥800,000 (approx. USD 2,000–5,500), covering registration, notarial, and legal fees. Minimum capital requirements depend on visa requirements and business type. We provide free initial consultation and a detailed estimate.

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For an OPC (One Person Corporation), the process typically takes 1–2 months once documents are complete. Full registration across SEC (Securities and Exchange Commission), BIR (Bureau of Internal Revenue), and LGU (Local Government Unit) may take 2–3 months. We handle the entire process on your behalf.

Yes. Our services include talent acquisition and HR consulting. Our local partner in the Philippines, which knows the local hiring market, handles job description design, candidate screening, and interview coordination. We can also source Japanese-speaking staff when required.

Yes. We support ongoing BIR filings, financial statement preparation, and annual SEC reporting through our partner network of certified accountants and lawyers, ensuring your Philippine entity stays fully compliant.

Absolutely. The Philippines restricts foreign ownership in certain industries. Share your business description with us and we'll advise on the optimal structure and entry strategy that complies with the Foreign Investment Act.

We work with startups through to listed enterprises across a wide range of industries and scales. Whether you're in the early ideation stage or already have a proven domestic business and are ready to expand, we welcome your enquiry.

Typical minimums by service type:

EC / e-commerce build: from 4 weeks
Company formation (OPC): from 90 days
System development: from 3 months

Timelines vary with scope and complexity — contact us for a tailored estimate.

Foreigners cannot own land in the Philippines, under the 1987 Philippine Constitution. However, condominium units can be acquired under the Condominium Act (RA 4726), as long as foreign ownership in a given project does not exceed 40%. Other frameworks, such as long-term leases, also exist. We provide information on the framework and on the documents required. Any legal assessment of what is available in your particular case is made by our partner law firm, qualified in the Republic of the Philippines, under a direct engagement with you.
* Any framework under which a Philippine national's name is used so that a foreign national holds property beneficially is prohibited under Philippine law (the Anti-Dummy Act), and we do not provide information on, or assist with, any such framework in any form.

Principally Metro Manila (BGC, Makati, Pasig), Cebu, and Clark. We take your requirements and put together the property information that matches them. The brokerage itself is carried out by PRC-licensed real estate brokers at our local partner in the Philippines.

We introduce you to the property management team at our local partner in the Philippines. The management contract is entered into directly between you and our local partner in the Philippines. What we produce is a monthly report in Japanese on occupancy and on rent received. Rent is received directly by you from our local partner in the Philippines, or through a financial institution you nominate. We do not hold rent, and we do not transfer funds.

The right visa depends on your age, purpose, and financial situation. Common options include the SRRV (Special Resident Retiree's Visa), investor visas (13(g)), and work visas (9(g)). We guide you through the comparison and full application process.

Yes. We provide information on international schools in BGC, Makati, and Cebu, including enrollment support, tuition comparisons, and curriculum overviews tailored to your family's needs.

For Japanese expats in the BGC / Makati area, a common estimate is ¥200,000–¥400,000 per month (approx. USD 1,300–2,700) covering rent for a 1LDK condo and living expenses. Costs can vary significantly with international school tuition and medical costs. Contact us for a personalised simulation.

Yes. We offer IT system, business management system, and application development leveraging skilled Filipino engineering talent at highly competitive costs. All project communication is available in Japanese.

Yes. We handle end-to-end e-commerce platform design, development, and operations. We support Shopify, custom EC builds, and cross-border commerce targeting both Japanese and Philippine markets.

Yes — the first consultation is completely free. Whether you're still in the early research phase or ready to move forward, we welcome your enquiry via our contact form, phone, or LINE.

Fees vary by scope, scale, and duration. We provide individual quotes for company formation, IT development, and real estate support. See our Pricing page for standard plan overviews. Book a free consultation and we'll tailor a proposal to your needs.

Yes. Full Japanese-language support is available. Our Tokyo-based team, working with bilingual staff at our local partner in the Philippines, ensures you never face a language or cultural barrier throughout your project.

Yes. We offer online consultations via Zoom, Google Meet, and LINE, so you can connect from anywhere. In-person visits to our Tokyo office (Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku) are also welcome on weekdays 9:00–18:00.