Japan Company Extract — How to Get an Official Registry Document

How to get a company extract in JapanAn official Japan company extract is issued by gBizINFO / Legal Affairs Bureau at https://info.gbiz.go.jp. Free public search covers most verification needs; a paid certified extract is normally only required for banking, tenders, court filings or notarised transactions.Steps

Confirm the entity first Search by name or registration number and confirm you have the right legal entity before paying for anything.

Decide whether you need a certified copy For internal due diligence, the free public record is usually sufficient. Certified extracts are for banks, tender submissions, courts and notaries.

Request the extract from gBizINFO / Legal Affairs Bureau Extracts are issued by the register itself at https://info.gbiz.go.jp. Third parties cannot issue a certified document.

Check the issue date Most counterparties require an extract issued within the last three months, so request it close to when you need to submit it.

Frequently asked questionsDo I need a paid extract to verify a Japan company?Usually not. The free public record from gBizINFO / Legal Affairs Bureau confirms legal name, registration number, status and registered address. A certified extract is only needed when a bank, court or tender explicitly requires one.What does a Japan company extract contain?Typically the legal name, registration number, incorporation date, registered address, entity type and current status — the same core fields visible in the free record, but issued as an official document.Can a third-party site issue an official extract?No. Only gBizINFO / Legal Affairs Bureau can issue a certified extract for Japan. Third-party tools help you find and monitor the record, not certify it.What is a KK (Kabushiki Kaisha)?KK (株式会社 / Kabushiki Kaisha) is Japan's standard joint-stock company, equivalent to a corporation. Minimum capital is ¥1. It's the most prestigious and common company form for medium to large businesses. Almost all listed Japanese companies are KK.Source: gBizINFO / Legal Affairs BureauLast verified: 2026-06-01