Frequently Asked Questions
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I plan to establish a corporation in Japan. Must the corporation enroll in social insurance even though it does not have employees?
As a general rule, corporations in Japan are required to enroll in social insurance. There are exceptions for certain workers whose working hours are below the applicable thresholds.
However, even a company with no regular employees may generally be required to enroll if it pays compensation to its director.
Do Foreigners Need to Join Social Insurance When Launching a Business in Japan?