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Inheritance Law

 
Inheritance Law

Making a will in Japan

There are seven forms of wills provided for in the Japanese Civil Code...
 
Inheritance Law

Will my foreign will be valid in Japan?

It is normal to be anxious about the validity of your foreign will in Japan. You want the wishes of your last will and testament to be honored regardless of your current domicile. Thankfully, the will should be recognized as valid in Japan as long as certain conditions are met. It’s important to equip yourself […]...
 
Inheritance Law

How is inheritance divided between co-heirs in Japan?

If you’re in Japan long enough to open a bank account, then creating a will is a smart decision to ensure your loved ones are taken care of according to your wishes in case the worst should happen. It can be a tricky process, however, if you are unfamiliar with Japanese inheritance rules. A common […]...
 
Inheritance Law

Inheritance tax in Japan

It’s important to understand what kind of tax liability you will be facing upon receiving inheritance when a loved one passes...
Family Law
What are the methods of divorce in Japan?
Who gets parental authority (child custody) in Japan?
On child support, visitation rights, and child abduction in Japan
In a divorce, how is property divided in Japan?
What is consolation money in a divorce in Japan?
What happens to my spouse visa after a divorce in Japan?
Inheritance Law
Making a will in Japan
Will my foreign will be valid in Japan?
How is inheritance divided between co-heirs in Japan?
Inheritance tax in Japan
Traffic Law
What to do after causing a car accident in Japan
What to do if I get in a car accident in Japan
What is the legal limit for drunk driving in Japan, and what happens if I drive under the influence?
Damage-only and personal injury car accidents in Japan
What happens if I kill/injure someone in a car accident in Japan?
What happens if I get caught driving without a valid license?
How much money can I get as a car accident victim in Japan?
What is residual disability, and how does it affect compensation for a car accident in Japan?
How much does it cost to get a lawyer for a car accident in Japan?
Criminal Defense
What to do if you are arrested in Japan
What can my embassy do if I am arrested in Japan?
How to contact a lawyer after being arrested in Japan
Visas and deportation after arrest and conviction in Japan
What is life like in Japanese prison?
What does a criminal trial look like in Japan?
How will I get punished for committing a crime in Japan?
What is life like in Japanese detention centers?
Visas
Types of visas for foreigners in Japan
Issuing visas for foreign employees living abroad
Changing the visa status of an employee living in Japan
What are the requirements for the employer when hiring a foreign employee in Japan?
Employment Law
Employment laws when hiring in Japan
Contracts and benefits for employees in Japan
Hiring foreign employees in Japan
Corporate Law
Meetings in Japanese companies
Taxes and financial reports for companies in Japan
Contracts and agreements in Japanese companies
Business Law
What are the requirements to start a company/business in Japan?
Types of companies in Japan
Staffing of a Japanese company