In Episode 22 of the "Buying a House in Japan" podcast, hosts Take and Joey sit down with Rob Arimoto from Shimax Legal, offering a wealth of knowledge on navigating Japan's legal landscape for foreigners. Rob, a seasoned judicial scrivener with a diverse background spanning IT and legal services, has been instrumental in helping the hosts through their journey. This episode provides a comprehensive look at crucial topics like the role of a Shihoshoshi, forming a company in Japan, and navigating the Business Manager Visa process.
Key Timestamps:
- Understanding Shihoshoshi [00:01:00-00:02:00]
- Forming a Company in Japan [00:16:00-00:28:00]
- Navigating Bank Accounts and Legal Nuances [00:28:00-00:39:00]
- Business Manager Visa Insights [00:39:00-00:53:00]
Rob also introduces the diverse landscape of legal professionals in Japan, including Bengoshi (lawyers), Shihoshoshi (judicial scriveners), Gyoseishoshi (administrative scriveners), Zeirishi (accountants), and Sharoshi (specialists in social insurance and payroll matters), highlighting the specific roles they play in Japan's legal procedures.
For more information on Shimax Legal and to reach out to Rob for assistance, visit their website at Shimax Legal (https://shimax-legal.com/en/home-en/) and contact them through the inquiry form or directly via email.
In Episode 22 of the "Buying a House in Japan" podcast, hosts Take and Joey sit down with Rob Arimoto from Shimax Legal, offering a wealth of knowledge on navigating Japan's legal landscape for foreigners. Rob, a seasoned judicial scrivener with a diverse background spanning IT and legal services, has been instrumental in helping the hosts through their journey. This episode provides a comprehensive look at crucial topics like the role of a Shihoshoshi, forming a company in Japan, and navigating the Business Manager Visa process.
Key Timestamps:
- Understanding Shihoshoshi [00:01:00-00:02:00]
- Forming a Company in Japan [00:16:00-00:28:00]
- Navigating Bank Accounts and Legal Nuances [00:28:00-00:39:00]
- Business Manager Visa Insights [00:39:00-00:53:00]
Rob also introduces the diverse landscape of legal professionals in Japan, including Bengoshi (lawyers), Shihoshoshi (judicial scriveners), Gyoseishoshi (administrative scriveners), Zeirishi (accountants), and Sharoshi (specialists in social insurance and payroll matters), highlighting the specific roles they play in Japan's legal procedures.
For more information on Shimax Legal and to reach out to Rob for assistance, visit their website at Shimax Legal (https://shimax-legal.com/en/home-en/) and contact them through the inquiry form or directly via email.
