How to get a company extract in Japan
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How do I get an official company extract in Japan?
Start with gBizINFO / Legal Affairs Bureau at https://info.gbiz.go.jp to identify the entity and available company extract. An ordinary extract, historical filing and certified copy are different documents. Check the recipient's requirements and official access conditions before ordering. A LemReveal PDF is not a government-certified extract.
Step-by-step
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Confirm the entity first
Search by name or registration number and confirm you have the right legal entity before paying for anything.
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Choose the evidence required
Ask the recipient whether it needs an ordinary extract, historical filing, certified copy, translation or legalisation. A free summary is not automatically sufficient.
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Follow the official document route
Use https://info.gbiz.go.jp to find the issuing authority or authorised service and its current fees. Check what the document actually certifies.
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Check the issue date
Ask what issue date the recipient accepts; there is no universal three-month validity period. Retain the issue date, retrieval date and source.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a paid extract to verify a Japan company?
Compare available public information with official document options and the recipient's requirements. Free lookup does not guarantee complete or certified evidence.
What does a Japan company extract contain?
Contents vary by document. Check whether it covers current identity, officers, representation or historical filings. A registration certificate does not necessarily describe today's appointments.
Is a LemReveal PDF an official extract?
No. It is a third-party research record. Obtain an official or certified document through the relevant authority or authorised service when required.
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.
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Is the Japan company register free to search?
Yes. Basic company lookups on the gBizINFO / Legal Affairs Bureau are free — you can search by company name or registration number, view legal status, registered address and (usually) directors at no cost. Some jurisdictions charge a small fee only for downloading full filed documents.
What is the official Japan business registry?
The gBizINFO / Legal Affairs Bureau is the official public register of companies incorporated in Japan. It is operated by the government and is the primary source cited on this page — https://info.gbiz.go.jp.
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